Ex-Sunderland boss aims to beat Newcastle United to January transfer window target

West Ham United have reportedly edged in front of Newcastle United in the race to sign Poland international Krzysztof Piatek.

By Liam Kennedy

Published 24th Jan 2020, 10:00 BST

SHEFFIELD, ENGLAND - JANUARY 10: David Moyes, Manager of West Ham United looks on during the Premier League match between Sheffield United and West Ham United at Bramall Lane on January 10, 2020 in Sheffield, United Kingdom. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

According to Italian outlet Calcio Mercato, David Moyes is in the driving seat to sign the AC Milan frontman with the Serie A outfit preferring to cash in on the player, rather than send him out on loan.

United enquired about the player earlier this window but wanted a loan with option to buy. Aston Villa and Barcelona have also been linked with Piatek.