Premier League side West Ham are reportedly eyeing Nigeria forward Taiwo Awoniyi as new manager Graham Potter seeks to strengthen his attacking options.
The London outfit sits 14th in the Premier League – seven points above the relegation zone – with just six league wins to their name.
The need for a new striker has grown more urgent following Niclas Füllkrug's injury in West Ham's 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa in an FA Cup match on Friday. This comes on top of his prior struggles to make a notable impact since his summer switch from Borussia Dortmund.
Adding to the club's concerns, Michail Antonio sustained a broken leg and underwent surgery for a lower limb fracture following a car accident in early December.
With Danny Ings also entering the twilight of his career, the club's attacking options have been further depleted.
Awoniyi's limited role at Forest sparks West Ham's interest in boosting attack
Taiwo Awoniyi's limited role at Nottingham Forest may pave the way for a potential move to West Ham during the winter transfer window.
The 27-year-old has struggled to secure a regular starting spot, with manager Nuno Espírito Santo often opting for Chris Wood upfront.
Having started just two of 15 league games this season and scored only once, Awoniyi's future at Forest seems uncertain, leading to growing speculation about a potential move away from the club.
With West Ham facing a striker shortage, Potter is keen to strengthen his attacking options.
The club's urgent need for a proven goal scorer has become even more pressing, and Awoniyi, known for his physicality and ability in the final third, could provide the much-needed reinforcement to bolster West Ham's frontline.
