West Ham United are interested in Olympique Lyon midfielder Thiago Mendes.

The Brazilian has played a key role in OL's fortunes these past two seasons.

And local journalist Jorge Nicola is reporting Mendes' form has brought him to the attention of West Ham.

The Hammers have the 30 year-old under consideration as a potential replacement for Declan Rice.

Rice is being linked with a big money move away this summer.