Hammers track Barnet and Reading defender (From East London and West Essex Guardian Series)

West Ham United chase Reading and Barnet defender

5:15pm Tuesday 7th February 2012 in Football

West Ham United are reportedly interested in Reading defender Michael Hector.

The 19-year-old has impressed during a loan spell with Barnet and has attracted the interest of the Hammers and Norwich City.

Hector joined Reading from Thurrock but his contract runs out this summer and he could move on for a minimal compensation fee.