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West Ham chasing Juventus star: Slaven Bilic wants to sign him in January
WEST HAM are reportedly interested in signing Juventus striker Mario Mandzukic in January.
West Ham are reportedly interested in Mario Mandzukic
West Ham have endured a difficult season so far, winning just three of their first 12 Premier League games.
Among their biggest problems has been their lack of goals, with their tally of 13 just two more than basement side Swansea.
And, according to The Sun, manager Slaven Bilic wants to sign Mandzukic in January to ensure they beat the drop.
West Ham boss Slaven Bilic coached Mario Mandzukic during his time with Croatia
Bilic worked with Mandzukic during his time in charge of the Croatia national team and believes he can fire them up the table.
The Hammers were eager to sign AC Milan forward Carlos Bacca in the summer but could not convince the Colombia international to leave the San Siro.
But Mandzukic now tops their wish list for a New Year spending spree.
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The 30-year-old is currently in his second season at Juventus after signing from Atletico Madrid in 2015.
However, the summer arrival of Gonzalo Higuain and form of Pablo Dybala means he is not guaranteed regular football.
It is also claimed that Bilic will try to cut short Simone Zaza's time in the capital.
Zaza, signed from Juventus on loan in the summer, has failed to settle and is yet to score so far this season.
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