West Ham join Newcastle in race for Union Saint-Gilloise striker Mohamed Amoura

West Ham has reportedly thrown its hat into the ring in the pursuit of Union Saint-Gilloise’s standout marksman, Mohamed Amoura.

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At just 23 years old, Amoura has already carved out a reputation for himself as a formidable force in the center forward position, attracting significant interest from a slew of clubs, including Newcastle, Wolves, and Marseille.

Amoura sealed a momentous deal with Belgian Pro League side Union SG back in August 2023, committing to a four-year stint with the tantalizing option of extending for an additional season, showcasing his dedication to his craft and the potential he holds.

His performances with Union Saint-Gilloise have been nothing short of remarkable, gracing the pitch in 42 appearances, where he found the back of the net an impressive 22 times while generously providing 6 assists, proving himself to be a versatile and prolific attacking threat.

On the international stage, Amoura has exhibited his prowess donning the Algerian national team jersey in 22 matches, where he showcased his goal-scoring acumen by tallying up 6 goals. Notably, Amoura was called up to represent the Algeria A’ national football team for a friendly on 17 June 2021, where he dazzled with a remarkable four-goal haul in a resounding 5–1 victory over Liberia, further solidifying his status as a rising star in the footballing world.

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According to Transfermarkt.com, Amoura’s current market value stands at an impressive 16 million euros, a testament to his burgeoning talent and potential.

With his standout performances in the Belgian league catching the attention of pundits and scouts alike, speculation is rife at L’Equipe that a move to a more prestigious club could be on the horizon for the gifted striker, signaling a potential step up in his career trajectory.

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West Ham, grappling with offensive struggles under the tenure of manager David Moyes, finds itself under new leadership with Julen Lopetegui at the helm. Recognizing the pressing need for reinforcements in the forward line, Lopetegui has made bolstering the attacking ranks a top priority for the club as they seek to elevate their performance on the pitch.

Recent reports suggest that West Ham has tabled a substantial bid of 15 million euros in a bid to secure the services of Amoura swiftly, underscoring their unwavering commitment to strengthening their attacking arsenal and securing the talents of one of the most promising young strikers in the game.

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Enzo Cattaneo

Naples-born Enzo Cattaneo has spent more than a decade living in Madrid and writing about Spanish football, German football and the Premier League for various Spanish football websites and now he writes about World football for World Football Rumours. He's been thinking about football transfers and rumours pretty much nonstop since the 2002 FIFA World Cup in South Korea.

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