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West Ham now facing Manchester United competition to sign £4m defender

West Ham United are looking to make a few new signings this summer but could now end up battling Manchester United to land one target.

The Hammers are set for a new era under Julen Lopetegui, who has replaced David Moyes in the managerial hotseat.

With the Spanish coach coming in to take the reins, new signings will be expected at the club.

As with any transfer window, the Hammers have already been linked with a number of players already.

However, one potential signing looks to be on the radar of Manchester United and other European clubs.

Manchester United join race to sign Oumar Solet, amid West Ham interest

According to a report from , Solet has a host of clubs now looking into signing him.

As we have already reported on TBR, West Ham are believed to be one of the teams who like the idea of signing the £4m defender.

Photo by Severin Aichbauer/SEPA.Media /Getty Images
Photo by Severin Aichbauer/SEPA.Media /Getty Images

But now, RMC claim that other clubs are also putting their name in the hat to sign the defender.

Among them, is Manchester United. While over in Europe, the likes of Borussia Dortmund and VFB Stuttgart are also keen.

Solet, who currently plays for RB Salzburg, predominantly plays as a centre-back but has no issue in stepping into midfield if needed.

At just 24, Solet has ample time to improve and get to his prime and with a contract expiring in 2025, he could be available at a knockdown price this summer.

West Ham will need to move quick on Solet

Like with any mid-table Premier League table, the trick comes in moving quickly when it comes to wanting players on the continent.

Clearly, Solet is a player in-demand and while West Ham can offer a handsome package and a move to London, with other clubs now keen, it’s a tougher sell.

The Hammers, then, will have to act quickly if they want to get this one over the line.

Solet obviously has a lot of admirers and at a cheap price, he isn’t going to stick around on the market too long.