West Ham and Newcastle are set to battle it out for Brentford playmaker Jota, according to the Mirror.

The Spaniard has only one year left on his deal with the Bees, and could be available for cheap in the market.

The report claims Newcastle boss Rafa Benitez wants to strengthen his midfield and believes that his compatriot can do the job.

Meanwhile, Hammers boss Slaven Bilic has identified the 26-year-old as a potential replacement for Manuel Lanzini, who could depart for Liverpool this summer.