Everton and West Ham interested in signing Jacob Bruun Larsen this summer
Bold.dk reported that Everton and western ham are interested in signing Jacob Bruun Larsen from Hoffenheim, after spending a productive year on loan at Vincent Kompany's Burnley this season.
The source claims that Larsen has been “concretely identified” as an option and, although he has not received any “definitive offer”, it is expected that formal interest will be expressed once transfer the window opens.
Burnley are also interested in extending their stay at Turf Moor having top-scored for them this season with seven goals in all competitions, despite their relegation to the Championship.
Larsen's parent club Hoffenheim could be forced to sell him this summer. His contract expires at the end of next season and they could lose him on a free transfer if he does not sign a new contract.
The Premier League is the logical step for Larsen
Larsen impressed with this first division season. As well as leading the scoring chart at Burnley, he was the epitome of a dangerous left winger with great dribbling ability and long, accurate shots.
His finishing and positioning in the box can improve, but at only 25 years old, Larsen still has room for improvement. The former Borussia Dortmund star would add value to both Everton and West Ham.
Everton have avoided relegation for another campaign and will provide Sean Dyche with funds to rebuild this summer. West Ham, on the other hand, will renew themselves to aspire for a European place next season.
The Toffees need depth on the left flank as Dwight McNeil would be their only available option once Arnaut Danjuma returns to Villarreal at the end of his loan spell.
Hammers may need to replace Liverpool's Mohammed Kudus would be interested. Julen Lopetegui can sign Larsen as a low-cost option to replace the Ghanaian.
It is not yet known whether Hoffenheim will make any effort to renew his contract. Transfer market values Larsen at just £2.6m, a price both Premier League sides can comfortably afford.
