£12m bid prepared for underrated Champions League goal-poacher

West Ham will step up its pursuit of Manchester United striker Javier Hernandez, with reports suggesting the London club will make an improved offer for the Mexican.

The Hammers are prepared to offer £12m for the striker after Enner Valencia was ruled out for up to 12 weeks with a leg injury while there are concerns over the long-term fitness of Andy Carroll.

With Marca claiming that the 28-year-old has already completed the first part of his medical, the player will likely join up with his new teammates after the Super Cup clash with Sevilla on Tuesday.

It was also said that Chicharito, who is not used much ever since the exit of Sir Alex Ferguson was loaned off to Real Madrid last season and did well in the end of the season.

Former United defender Ferdinand believes that United should use Hernandez this season with fellow strikers Robin van Persie and Radamel Falcao gone.

Red Devils boss Louis van Gaal does not appear to view the forward as a valuable asset, but a move to Upton Park could revitalise the 27-year-old’s career.