Report: Mariano Diaz attracted by Premier League switch amid West Ham links

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Real Madrid striker Mariano Diaz is reportedly attracted by a potential move to the Premier League, amid recently reportedly interest from West Ham United.

The striker made his first start of the season for Real against Villarreal at the weekend, scoring in the 1-1 draw against Unai Emery’s side.

Despite featuring in Real’s last two games, Corriere dello Sport have claimed the 27-year-old has been told he doesn’t have a future at the club by both Zinedine Zidane and Florentino Perez.

The publication add that David Moyes’ first priority in January is the signing of a new striker, and Mariano is billed as a solution.

At the moment, the Scot only has Michail Antonio and Sebastien Haller, with the former’s injury record a little concerning.

Mariano is said to be interested in testing himself in the English top-flight.

TBR’s View – A loan move may be worth a risk

Mariano has plenty to prove, having had a pretty uninspiring second stint at Real.

West Ham making a move for him would be a risk, which is why a loan move – something Corriere say is a possibility – may appeal.

Mariano – who supposedly earns €4.5 million per season (equivalent to £77,000-a-week) – has shown flashes of brilliance but Zidane’s loyalty to Karim Benzema is well documented.