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Hammers move for Adriano
Hammers move for Brazilian
By Peter O'Rourke Last updated: 28th August 2007
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Adriano: West Ham target
West Ham have confirmed they have made an approach to Internazionale for
Adriano.
Inter confirmed last weekend they were willing to loan out the Brazilian
striker so that he can regain some form and fitness after dropping down the
pecking order at Giuseppe Meazza.
Manchester City and Parma had been linked with the powerful forward,
although Adriano's agent appeared to rule out the prospect of leaving on
loan with the transfer window set to slam shut on Friday
However, West Ham have now declared an interest in Adriano and are hoping to
lure him to Upton Park before Friday's transfer deadline.
The 25-year-old has suggested he would be willing to leave Inter on a
permanent basis and may be tempted by the chance to get his career back on
track at West Ham.
Meanwhile, Arsene Wenger has revealed he has turned down the chance to take
Adriano to Emirates Stadium.
"I was offered Adriano on loan and I said no," said Wenger.
"We do not need him and it was an easy decision to make because we're not
out there to sign another striker.
"The agreement was for a loan. Adriano has qualities we don't need. They
wanted to give us a player but wanted one back in return.
"I won't say who it was. I didn't want to lose the player they requested. I
didn't necessarily think Adriano would upset the balance of the squad.
"I have bought Eduardo Da Silva. I already had Emmanuel Adebayor and Robin
van Persie and I brought Nicklas Bendtner back.
"I still have Theo Walcott and Abou Diaby can play through the middle. Why
should I bring more forwards in?
"I have big faith in my squad and they've proved me right so far this
season."