West Ham United have reportedly joined the race for the potential transfer of Arsenal’s Portuguese attacking midfielder Fabio Vieira. Departure before Deadline Day is still planned. The transfer is being linked by Sky Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg. West Ham could sign Vieira to replace Lucas Paqueta, who faces interest from Aston Villa.

90min reports on West Ham's negotiations to sign Arsenal midfielder Fábio Vieira. West Ham are now in talks over a deal for Arsenal midfielder Fábio Vieira.

Arsenal are looking to sell Fabio Vieira as he doesn't have a role under Mikel Arteta. His agent has been in contact with multiple clubs, including West Ham. However, it is considered unlikely that West Ham will make a serious attempt to sign Vieira according to Mick Brown via Football Insider. Graham Potter, the manager, is looking for a different type of midfielder.

West Ham United are interested in Arsenal midfielder Fabio Vieira. The club has added him to their shortlist as part of a tactical shift under new manager Graham Potter. Vieira spent last season on loan at FC Porto, where he had 11 goal contributions in the league. He is not in Mikel Arteta's plans for Arsenal's refreshed squad. A permanent deal could be structured with a loan-to-buy option to manage Financial Fair Play considerations. West Ham have not yet approached Arsenal formally.