Report: West Ham want Bright Osayi-Samuel; Crystal Palace remain keen

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West Ham United have joined the race to sign Bright Osayi-Samuel, with TEAMtalk reporting that Queens Park Rangers are ready to sell the attacker.

Osayi-Samuel looks set to be on the move during the January transfer window. TEAMtalk reports that he has rejected a new contract with QPR, and his current terms expire at the end of the season.

The report claims that the Hoops are ready to let him go next month rather than lose him at the end of his contract. And there are a host of admirers.

According to TEAMtalk, Crystal Palace remain interested, while Stoke City and Swansea City are also keen on the 23-year-old.

But the report adds that the Irons have now entered the race.

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West Ham have done some inspired business when targeting Championship players in recent times. Said Benrahma is starting to find his feet after arriving on an initial loan.

Meanwhile, Jarrod Bowen has proved to be an outstanding addition. And even Craig Dawson produced a superb debut display in the recent stalemate with Southampton.

Osayi-Samuel is an incredibly exciting and versatile option. He has two goals and three assists in the Championship this season.

And given that his contract situation will limit his asking price, it could prove a masterstroke if West Ham manage to win the race.