West Ham eye move for Coventry’s Haji Wright | OneFootball

West Ham United are plotting a move for Coventry City’s Haji Wright, according to The West Ham Way.

Vice chair Karren Brady has reportedly opened negotiations to see whether any progress can be made.

Wright has been pivotal as Coventry attempt to climb back into the top flight. With the Hammers looking for inspiration, the ‘outstanding‘ 27-year-old has emerged as a target.

His club reportedly values him at £20 million. The Hammers could decide to act on their ‘strong interest’ by pulling the trigger for the United States international.

His international teammate Josh Sargent has also been earmarked as a target for West Ham despite currently being sidelined by an injury.

Sargent has been talismanic for Norwich City, bagging 51 goals in 140 league appearances, attracting attention from West Ham.

He will also cost the Hammers around £20m.

West Ham should aim higher than second-tier players

West Ham’s reported interest in Wright and Sargent feels like quiet preparation for life back in the Championship. These are not bold targets.

They are safe, familiar names plucked straight from the second tier, and that says everything about how low the bar has fallen at the London Stadium.

Wright is having a solid season for Coventry, but a £20m fee for a player whose ceiling is already defined hardly screams ambition.

Sargent’s last stint in the Premier League was laughable. The Hammers should be aiming higher.

West Ham have been diabolical in the market for years, and doubling down on these average players would continue that trend.

If these are the solutions being lined up, you have to ask whether the club are planning for survival or building for next season in the Championship.