West Ham are closing in on the signing of William Carvalho according to Sky Sports.
The 25-year-old midfielder is a top target for Slaven Bilic and the Hammers have already initiated talks with Sporting for the player.
According to the report, Carvalho has a £40m release clause in his contract but West Ham are hoping to sign him for less. Apparently, the player is keen on a move to the Premier League but Sporting will only sanction a transfer if the player’s buy-out clause is met.
Sky Sports believe that West Ham have already had a bid rejected for the defensive midfielder.