Report: Fiorentina close in on replacement for West Ham target Milenkovic

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Fiorentina are closing in on Matija Nastasić as a replacement for West Ham target Nikola Milenkovic.

What’s the story?

According to Fabrizio Romano, the Irons are progressing in their talks for the Serbia international. Milenkovic has just 12 months left on his contract, but, would still cost £22m.

However, the transfer guru ruled out Kurt Zouma as an option for the club, as of now. Reports from Sky Sports last week claimed a deal was difficult due to the defender’s wage demands.

West Ham are looking for defensive reinforcements after qualifying for the Europa League last season.

Milenkovic seems to be nearing a West Ham move if Fiorentina are buying a replacement

Everything seems to be heading in the right direction.

Milenkovic seems to be nearing a move to West Ham if the reports around Fiorentina buying a replacement are true.

And what an addition it would be for the Hammers in their bid to strengthen their squad.

The Serbia international was in brilliant form for the Florence outfit last season. He led the defence in offsides won, average passes and pass accuracy per game.

It’s his passing that will greatly impact David Moyes side. Milenkovic proves cool and calm on the ball and would add a different dimension to the east Londoners.