Report: West Ham named as possible option for Spanish goalkeeper Iago Herrerin

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West Ham United have been named as a potential destination for Athletic Bilbao goalkeeper Iago Herrerin.

According to Spanish publication AS, the London club are yet to make a concrete approach for the 32-year-old, but could tie up a deal for a player who wants out.

Herrerin is said to want his future resolved within the next few days, and his representatives are currently trying to facilitate his exit.

AS say the Premier League is the most feasible and most desirable option for the player.

The publication also say Athletic could let Herrerin leave for free, but include clauses relating to games played.

West Ham are likely to sanction the departure of Roberto this summer, after the Spaniard endured a nightmare start to 2019/20.

The 34-year-old turned out to be very error-prone, and it is highly unlikely David Moyes will want to keep him as backup for Lukasz Fabianski.

TBR’s View – Risk-free business

Such a transfer would be relatively risk-free for West Ham.

Herrerin, known for his long kicking, is a vastly experienced stopper who surely cannot be as bad as Roberto was.

It is important for West Ham to bring somebody in that can actually be good enough to challenge Fabianski, who is not getting any younger at the age of 35.

The Poland international has been largely brilliant for the Hammers, but will need to work extra hard to maintain a good level next term amid his advancing years.