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West Ham have agreed a deal to bring in Manuel Lanzini on loan
The Argentine midfielder was considered by the Hammers last season
Sunderland and Middlesbrough are chasing Stewart Downing

Published: 23:12 BST, 6 July 2015 | Updated: 09:15 BST, 7 July 2015

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West Ham have agreed a deal in principle to sign Argentine midfielder Manuel Lanzini on loan from UAE-based club Al Jazira.

The 22-year-old, who has an Italian passport, was considered by West Ham while at River Plate last summer but he moved to the Middle East instead for £5.25million.

Known as 'La Joya' or 'The Jewel', Lanzini also has interest from Sharjah. He scored eight goals in 24 appearances to help Jazira to a second-place finish in the Arabian Gulf League last season.

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Argentine midfielder Manuel Lanzini, pictured playing for River Plate, could be on his way to Upton Park on loan

The 22-year-old was considered by the Hammers last year before joining UAE club Al Jazira

West Ham are continuing discussions over a proposed loan deal for Carl Jenkinson from Arsenal and are awaiting Alex Song's injury to clear up before proceeding with his proposed move from Barcelona.

Meanwhile, Sunderland and Middlesbrough will continue their pursuit of Hammers winger Stewart Downing this week.

West Ham have been surprised at the bidding particularly with Middlesbrough's efforts to take the 30-year-old England international back to the Riverside.

Downing turns 31 later this month but Boro are willing to offer a four-year deal worth in excess of £55,000 a week and offer £6million plus add-ons to West Ham.