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West Ham considering deal for World Cup star

West Ham United are reportedly interested in signing Watford winger Nestory Irankunda this summer.

Irankunda is currently part of Australia's squad at the 2026 World Cup, where he has already made an impact.

The 20-year-old scored the opening goal as Australia picked up a surprise 2-0 victory over Turkey in their opening match at the weekend.

He has already scored six goals in 16 appearances for his country and his performances have alerted a number of different clubs.

Football Insider have reported that West Ham have been keeping tabs on the winger and a potential bid could be made this summer.

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Irankunda penned a five-year deal at Watford after arriving from Swiss side Grasshopper Zurich last summer.

He scored four goals in 37 Championship appearances as he quickly became a key figure at Vicarage Road.

The Hornets now face the prospect of losing their starlet and it could become increasingly difficult to keep him if he continues to thrive on the world stage.

West Ham are looking to build a squad that is capable of challenging for promotion following their relegation from the Premier League.

The likes of Jarrod Bowen and Crysencio Summerville have been linked with moves away and Irankunda could be viewed as a potential replacement if he continues his upward trajectory.

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