Lorient forward and West Ham target Abdul-Majeed Waris would play no part in Ghana’s World Cup qualifying games against Congo next month, reports Ghana Soccer Net.
The 25-year-old striker has been linked with the Hammers this summer, while West Brom and Brighton are also said to be keen on his services.
Burnley, though, are the ones reportedly leading the race for Waris’ signature, but nothing concrete has been reported yet and West Ham are still likely to be keeping tabs on the Ghana international.
The former Manchester City trialist was left out of the 24-man squad released by manager Kwesi Appiah for the doubleheader qualifier as a result of having not played any games since May.
The versatile striker wants to leave Lorient following their relegation from the Ligue 1, and desires a move to the Premier League.
With West Ham still in the market for a frontman, Waris’ strength and pace make him a quality option as he wouldn’t have issues hitting the ground running in the EPL.
On a bright note, West Ham forward Andre Ayew who missed Ghana’s last games; friendlies against USA and Mexico, due to injury is back in the national team’s squad.
The former Swansea winger opened his account for the season with a goal against Cheltenham Town on Thursday night, sealing West Ham’s progression into the Carabao Cup third round. Diafra Sakho scored the other goal in the 2-nil victory.
