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West Ham to rival Newcastle for Bournemouth winger Matt Ritchie

West Ham are ready to challenge Newcastle for Bournemouth winger Matt Ritchie.

The Sun says Rafa Benitez is ready to make a stunning £10million bid for Bournemouth's flying Scotsman Ritchie.

Benitez wants to beat Premier League opposition — headed by West Ham — to snatch highly-rated Ritchie, 26, and tee up a move.

Cherries boss Eddie Howe will be desperate not to lose Scot.

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