West Ham would still love to bring in Chelsea pair Conor Gallagher and Armando Broja before the transfer window shuts tonight, claims journalist Paul Brown.
Both players have been linked to the London Stadium this summer, though Brown can only see the two leaving out on loan, meaning David Moyes would only be able to acquire one of the duo.
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What is the latest news involving Gallagher and Broja?
The Evening Standard recently reported that Crystal Palace were considering making a late move for Gallagher, who spent the whole of last season at Selhurst Park.
According to the newspaper, West Ham are also interested in the English midfielder, while other outlets claimed earlier in the summer that they were keen on Broja.
Back in July, The Guardian reported that the east London club had actually made a couple of bids for the striker.
They have since, however, gone on to sign Gianluca Scamacca from Sassuolo, making Broja less of a priority. Combined, Gallagher and Broja have a CIES Football Observatory valuation of £86m.
What has Brown said about Gallagher, Broja and West Ham?
Brown cannot see West Ham turning down the opportunity to sign Gallagher and Broja if it presents itself. The journalist, though, doubts Chelsea would be willing to sell either player permanently.
Speaking to GIVEMESPORT, he said: "West Ham would definitely still love to bring in Conor Gallagher and/or Broja from Chelsea up front, but I think those kind of deals are only possible really on loan."
How likely are deals for Gallagher and Broja before the deadline?
In regards to Gallagher, it seems highly unlikely that he will be allowed to leave Stamford Bridge.
In this early part of the season, midfield has been a problem for Chelsea, who are currently without N'Golo Kante because of injury. Ruben Loftus-Cheek was also withdrawn at half-time in the 2-1 defeat to Southampton on Tuesday with a hamstring problem, adding to Thomas Tuchel's woes.
If the Blues end up signing another midfielder - they are currently being linked with Ajax's Edson Alvarez - it could be a different story. But if not, it would be a surprise if Gallagher departed.
When it comes to Broja, on the other hand, there may be a bit more leeway. Chelsea are about to wrap up a deal for Barcelona forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, so that could pave the way for the Albanian to leave.
The expected arrival of the former Arsenal captain could also see him push for a move to a side where he is guaranteed more game time. So while Gallagher departing looks very unlikely, do not rule out Broja joining West Ham or another club just yet.