Liverpool target Ruben Amorim has flown to the UK for talks with West Ham as he mulls over a Premier League move.

The Sporting Lisbon boss has been strongly linked with a move to Liverpool over recent weeks.

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However, it now appears that one of the Reds’ Premier League rivals could steal a march on the Merseysiders.

Amorim has flown into the UK on a flight chartered by West Ham’s owners.

He is set to meet the Hammers’ hierarchy for talks about becoming the club’s new manager.

Sporting Lisbon fans have appealed for Ruben Amorim to stay.

It is unclear if firm interest from a Premier League rival could force Liverpool’s hand as they take their time in finding Klopp’s replacement.

The former Braga boss is not the only name under consideration at the London Stadium.
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