West Ham United are setting their sights on Vangelis Pavlidis, the 25-year-old Greek striker currently at SL Benfica, as they look to bolster their attacking options in the January transfer window.

The Hammers have reportedly been monitoring Pavlidis for some time, even before his move to Benfica, and with the club struggling for consistent goal-scoring after signing Niclas Füllkrug, they feel the need for an additional forward.

Pavlidis has shown promise and could offer a refreshing dynamic to West Ham’s attack. However, negotiations with Benfica may prove challenging, as the Portuguese side is known for their high valuations.

The pressure is on manager Julen Lopetegui to make effective use of the resources he’s been given, especially after a rocky start to the season.

As West Ham aims for domestic trophies and European qualification, securing a player like Pavlidis could be crucial. With the striker eager to make his mark in the Premier League, this potential move could be a win-win for both player and club, depending on the financial negotiations ahead.