Aitor Karanka has confirmed that Nottingham Forest are interested in West Ham full-back Sam Byram.
The 24-year-old has been hampered by injury problems and managed just 10 appearances in all competitions for the Hammers last season.
A number of Championship clubs have shown an interest in Byram and it appears that he is heading for the City Ground.
Talks have taken place between Forest and West Ham and a deal seems to be close.
Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Forest boss Karanka confirmed that Byram is among the East Midlands club’s transfer targets as they continue to invest heavily this summer.
“He is one on the list. He is a West Ham player and we are not in a hurry,” Karanka said.
“We have another few days to try to buy someone and another two or three weeks to try and bring someone in on loan.
“We have been working since May to try to build a good squad and we will bring in the right one.”