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West Ham United are preparing to rival Tottenham Hotspur for the signing of Nottingham Forest star Morgan Gibbs-White in January.

The Hammers picked up their first Premier League win of the season last weekend with a convincing 3-0 victory over Forest, thanks to goals from Jarrod Bowen, Lucas Paquetá and Callum Wilson. Despite that result, Graham Potter’s side have shown vulnerabilities in midfield, struggling for control in earlier defeats to Chelsea and Sunderland. Strengthening the engine room is now a priority, and Gibbs-White has emerged as a serious target, according to Caught Offside.

Tottenham’s Previous Pursuit

Spurs were close to landing the 25-year-old this summer after meeting his £60 million release clause. However, Forest stood firm and quickly tied him down to a new deal without a buyout clause, underlining his importance. Gibbs-White was a standout performer last season, recording seven goals and 10 assists in the league.

West Ham’s Potential Advantage

While Transfermarkt currently values the midfielder at £43 million, Forest are expected to demand a far higher fee to fend off interest. Even so, West Ham may hold an edge over Tottenham. The North London club moved on by signing Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig, and Thomas Frank is not thought to be in the market for another midfielder.

That leaves West Ham in a stronger position should they decide to push forward. The challenge will be financial, with Forest likely to demand a premium for their creative talisman.

A Test of West Ham’s Ambition

Whether West Ham can afford Gibbs-White remains uncertain, but their interest signals ambition under Potter. Landing the England international would not only address a key weakness but also represent a major statement of intent in their battle for European qualification.