Report: West Ham boss David Moyes willing to pay £8 million for Joe Allen

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West Ham United manager David Moyes is prepared to spend £8 million to bring Joe Allen to the London Stadium.

According to The Daily Express, the Hammers have been keeping tabs on the Stoke City star and the Scot is now ready to step up the interest in the form of a bid.

The 29-year-old is seen by Moyes as someone who can fit straight into his struggling squad, despite currently playing in the Championship.

Allen, of course, has a fair bit of Premier League experience having played for the Potters, Liverpool and Swansea City in the English top-flight.

Moyes’ interest in Allen dates back to when he was in charge of West Ham the first time (Mail), but the 56-year-old was unable to bring him to the club in the January 2018 window.

TBR’s view – The most West Ham should pay

Moyes may be a big fan of Allen but he should not be looking to pay any more than the £8 million that is being reported.

The Wales international turns 30 in March, is currently playing in the Championship and has 18 months left on his contract.

He could be a useful squad player and provide a bit of cover, but the Irons shouldn’t be desperately trying to get him in by paying over the odds.