ASTON VILLA ace Jhon Duran took social media by storm amid strong transfer links with West Ham.
Duran, 20, scored eight goals in 37 appearances last season but couldn’t break into Unai Emery’s starting line-up due to Ollie Watkins’ stunning performances.
That led to intense transfer interest from the Hammers and the striker has appeared keen on that move in his bid for more first-team football.
The Colombia international fuelled the ongoing speculation on social media with a live video suggesting he could be on his way to East London.
Duran looked at the camera and crossed his arms in the style of West Ham’s Irons gesture.
Fans were stunned as they stormed the comments’ section, with some convinced the Colombian just issued a come-and-get-me plea.
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One West Ham supporter tweeted: “Jhon Duran is our [Marko] Arnautovic 2.0
“It’ll probably end in tears, but bring on this s**thouse causing chaos.”
Another posted: “Oh dear!”
A third wrote: “Not sure about him.”
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This fan said: “Very bad look if he doesn’t sign and stays at Villa.”
And that Villa fan stated: “Take him. I’m begging at this point.”
According to the Evening Standard, West Ham had an offer in excess of £30million rejected by Villa during the summer transfer window.
The Hammers are considering an improved bid for Duran, whom the Villans value at £40m.
The centre-forward also attracted interest from Chelsea this summer but Enzo Maresca’s side appears unwilling to meet his valuation.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
