French outfit Rennes have started negotiating a deal for Gaetan Laborde. West Ham United have been heavily linked with a move for the French striker this summer. 📞#Rennes began negotiations with #Montpellier for Gaëtan #Laborde.👥 https://t.co/jlMXjoSokE — Ekrem KONUR (@Ekremkonur) August 28, 2021 We recently covered a report from Foot Mercato where they claim the Hammers have accelerated talks to sign the 27-year-old. Signing a striker is a top priority for the Hammers, but David Moyes has been left frustrated in his attempt to bring in the right player. Michail Antonio remains the only recognised striker at the club, and the Hammers cannot afford to go an entire season without buying a back-up striker. Laborde bagged 18 goals and nine assists across all comp...