West Ham United are reportedly keen on signing Bayer Leverkusen striker Stefan Kiessling.
The German is the leading scorer in the Bundesliga with 12 goals and the Hammers have been linked with a £10m offer.
Andy Carroll is currently injured and West Ham boss Sam Allardyce would be keen to strengthen his attack during the transfer window next month.
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