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West Ham now keeping tabs on ‘incredible’ player sold by Celtic last year

West Ham are reportedly keeping tabs on Jota, just mere months after the Portuguese forward was sold by Celtic.

The 24-year-old attacker was one of many top-name players who were poached by Saudi Arabia in the summer, with Jota joining Karim Benzema and N’Golo Kante at Al-Ittihad.

However, just like Jordan Henderson, Jota is keen to return to Europe, with a number of superstars now looking for an escape route out of the Middle East and back to the continent.

Al Ittihad v Al Hilal - Saudi Pro League
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And according to Sky Sports reporter Dharmesh Sheth, West Ham are keeping tabs on Jota, with the Irons weighing up whether to delve into the January market for reinforcements.

, Jota would be well-suited to the Premier League having made the Scottish Premiership look easy at Celtic.

Moreover, West ham have been plagued with injuries in recent weeks, and Jota’s desire to return to Europe could make the versatile attacker an appealing option for West Ham.

West Ham should make an attempt to sign Jota this January

Al Ahly FC v Al Ittihad FC - FIFA Club World Cup Saudi Arabia 2023
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Like many players in Saudi Arabia, Jota seemingly hasn’t adjusted to life in the Middle East, with the former Benfica man now looking for a way back to Europe.

And West Ham could provide just that for the Portuguese attacker, with Jota a player who could thrive at the London Stadium under Moyes.

With Jota also a well-known name amongst Premier League fans after the winger’s success with Celtic, West Ham supporters could welcome the 24-year-old with open arms this January.