Nigerian forward Terem Moffi's representatives and West Ham United have spoken about the forward.
The Hammers are actively negotiating a deal with the Lorient this month, according to Prime 9ja Online.
Prime 9ja Online reports that Moffi is being courted by Aston Villa, Southampton, and Crystal Palace.
With ten goals in 17 league appearances, the 23-year-old has been tremendously successful for Les Merlus this season.
West Ham United has played 18 games this season and scored only 15 goals.
This Premier League season, no Hammers player has scored more than three goals.
In 85 league games for Lorient, Moffi has scored 32 goals, a remarkable amount.