West Ham United are battling Valencia for Anderlecht defender Cheikhou Kouyate. The Daily Mail says West Ham have stepped ahead of Valencia in their efforts to sign Anderlecht's Kouyate.
The 24-year-old can play in defence or midfield and has been pondering offers from both clubs after bids of £7million were accepted.
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