West Ham United have made fresh contact with Sampdoria for midfielder Pedro Obiang.
The Hammers have shown long-term interest in the Spain U21 international, who struggled last season to match his form of the previous campaign.
West Ham haven't dropped their interest, however, and made a new approach this week.
SportItalia says the Hammers have sought an update on Obiang's situation and whether Samp would be prepared to sell.
The Londoners have other midfield transfer targets, but do have Obiang under consideration.
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