West Ham has been told to pay more money by Club Brugge for their captain, Hans Vanaken.
The Belgian has been on the radar of David Moyes’ side in recent weeks as they look to add newer players to their squad.
The Hammers had a great European campaign last season, but they finished in the Conference League place in the Premier League.
They have started this season badly and want to back Moyes with the players he needs to turn things around.
After securing the signature of Chelsea left-back, Emerson Palmieri, they have turned their attention to bolstering their midfield.
Vanaken has been at Brugge since 2015, and he has made over 260 league appearances for them, scoring 80 goals.
The 30-year-old has spent all his career playing in Belgium, and he knows this is his last chance to play in a top European league.
Matchplug understands that he wants the move and has told his present employer.
But they want the Hammers to pay more than the £9.2million plus £1.6m in add-ons they have offered so far.
