West Ham plot stunning move for Liga Portugal’s leading scorer as Nuno prioritises January striker

By Akpo Esco

West Ham United are working hard on prospective striker options, and TEAMtalk understands that Rio Ave’s Clayton is someone they have been watching closely in recent weeks.

The Hammers find themselves in a battle for survival after a disappointing start to the season has left them languishing in 18th in the Premier League table, two points away from safety.

West Ham have scored just 17 goals in 15 games so far and are looking to strengthen up front, despite the positive form of Callum Wilson in recent weeks.

Clayton, 26, who turns 27 in January, has been outstanding for Portuguese side Rio Ave since joining last year.

The Brazilian scored 18 goals in his maiden campaign, and that saw then convert his loan spell from Vasco Da Gama into a permanent deal last summer, despite interest from Benfica 

His form has continued this term with 10 goals in 13 games

Source: BBC sport