West Ham leading race for out-of-favour Arsenal star | OneFootball

West Ham are leading the race to sign Reiss Nelson this summer with the winger keen to quit Arsenal.

Nelson turned down interest from other clubs to sign a new long-term deal at Arsenal last summer but struggled to break into Mikel Arteta’s plans last season.

The 24-year-old made just one start in the Premier League and has informed the Gunners that he is keen to explore other opportunities.

West Ham are interested in a deal to sign Nelson as Julen Lopetegui looks to improve his squad. The Irons have allowed Said Benrahma to join Lyon on a permanent deal and Nelson, who is valued at around £25m, is viewed as a potential replacement.

talkSport are reporting that Crystal Palace will compete with their London rivals for the winger, however, as the Eagles seek a replacement for Michael Olise following his £60m transfer to Bayern Munich.

Brighton have also expressed previous interest in signing Nelson, who will seek assurances over his role before making a decision on his future.

Arsenal have also received interest from Premier League rivals for Emile Smith Rowe. The Gunners have rejected opening bids of around £30m from Fulham and Crystal Palace.

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