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West Ham United want to strengthen their attack with AZ Alkmaar’s Troy Parrott and have already made an attempt to sign him. On August 4th, we relayed news West Ham have the best chance to sign the striker this summer. The Eredivisie side have set a €30m price and the Hammers are willing to match it. Earlier this week, Sport Witness covered claims from the Netherlands that the London club tabled a bid. There was no mention of a figure, but it was less than AZ’s €20m asking price. This is €10m less than the earlier report. West Ham not giving up The Championship side aren’t giving up and will return with an improved offer. That hasn’t happened just yet. Voetbal Primeur state West Ham United are still keen on securing the Republic of Ireland international’s services. The Dutch club are expecting to collect ‘tens of millions’ from the 24-year-old’s sale this summer. Troy Parrott spent five years at Tottenham Hotspur, who sold him to AZ Alkmaar in 2024. He will soon return to London if West Ham can find a total agreement. West Ham target to leave On Saturday, AZ Alkmaar secured a 4-1 win over FC Utrecht in the league. Prior to this clash, manager Lee-Roy Echteld said Troy Parrott will miss this clash because of a minor injury. Mexx Meerdink led the Dutch club’s attack and got his name on the scoresheet yesterday. After the match, the striker accidentally confirmed the West Ham United target is on his way out, and Voetbal Primeur have relayed his comments. “It is a shame that he is leaving us, but for me it is a great opportunity to prove myself. He deserves a good move,” he said. When asked where he’s moving next, the 23-year-old realised what he said. “I haven’t the faintest idea yet,” Meerdink explained. The Dutchman was immediately reminded he just confirmed Parrott was going to leave the club. Responding to that, he added: “No, no, I didn’t say that. I don’t know [laughs].” “Hopefully he can make a good move. And then it will be my time. Am I getting a big head? No way, I’ll just stay true to myself.” Last season, Parrott scored 31 goals and contributed 21 assists from 48 matches.