Super Eagles forward Femi Azeez continues to attract interest over his future at Millwall, with English Championship side West Ham United now joining the race for his signature, Soccernet.ng reports.
The 25-year-old enjoyed a breakthrough campaign with the Lions last season, registering 11 goals and eight assists, and his outstanding performances earned him a place in the PFA Championship Team of the Season.
Azeez was a major force in Millwall’s impressive campaign, helping the club reach the Championship playoff semi-finals. However, their hopes of securing promotion to the Premier League were ended by Hull City.
His fine form at club level also earned him a maiden Super Eagles call-up. The winger made an immediate impact, scoring twice on his debut in Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over Zimbabwe in the Unity Cup semi-finals. He also impressed in the 3-0 win over Jamaica in the final as the Super Eagles lifted a fourth consecutive Unity Cup title.
Azeez has not hidden his ambition of playing in the Premier League and Millwall’s failure to secure promotion has only increased speculation over his future this summer.
Europa League winners Aston Villa and newly promoted Premier League side Hull City have already been linked with the Nigerian winger, setting up a fierce battle for his signature before the transfer window closes.
Femi Azeez: West Ham United enter race for Super Eagles star
According to Transferfeed, West Ham United have now entered the race to sign Femi Azeez from Millwall this summer.
The Hammers were relegated from the Premier League last season and are determined to secure an immediate return to the top flight. As part of those plans, the club are looking to strengthen their attack.
One of the reasons behind their interest in Azeez is the departure of Dutch winger Crysencio Summerville, who recently completed a move to Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal.
With Summerville gone, Azeez is seen as a player capable of filling the void on the wing. His pace, creativity and ability to operate in different attacking positions make him an attractive option as West Ham look to build a squad capable of challenging for promotion.
However, the London club will first have to convince the Nigerian international to choose them ahead of Aston Villa and Hull City, who also remain interested in signing him.
Millwall are reportedly demanding around £30 million to part with the winger. If West Ham are willing to meet that valuation and win the race for his signature, they could secure one of the Championship’s standout performers ahead of the new season.
