According to The Mirror, Arsenal midfielder Francis Coquelin has emerged as a January target for West Ham United.

What’s the story?

It is no secret that West Ham are in the market for a new midfielder this month, and a number of names have been linked with moves to the London Stadium.

Stoke City’s Joe Allen and Newcastle United’s Jonjo Shelvey are among those that have been mentioned, but according to The Mirror, Coquelin is now in the frame.

The 26-year-old was not involved in Arsenal’s clash with Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup on Sunday afternoon amid suggestions that he will be leaving the Emirates Stadium this month.

A number of clubs are believed to be in the hunt for a player that has struggled for regular action this season, but West Ham appear to be at the head of the queue.

Would he be a good signing for West Ham?

According to The Mirror, Arsenal would want £10m for Coquelin, which appears to be extremely fair when considering the state of the current market.

The midfielder has made over 100 Premier League appearances during his time with the Gunners, and appeared 39 times in all competitions during the 2017-18 campaign.

Coquelin has made 13 appearances in total this term, but has featured on just seven occasions in the Premier League after struggling to gain a regular spot in Arsene Wenger’s first XI.

West Ham are not exactly well stocked in the middle of the park, and the chance to sign a proven Premier League performer for £10m seems like a very good deal.

The Hammers will not be the only club in the hunt when considering the price-tag, but they can offer Coquelin, who also has plenty of experience in Europe, the chance to remain in the English capital.