West Ham are in talks to sign Lazio midfielder Felipe Anderson

West Ham are in talks to sign Lazio midfielder Felipe Anderson, according to Sky sources.

It is understood that Lazio want €50m (£44m), which is much higher than West Ham's valuation of the player.

One source has told Sky Sports News that they are hopeful that a deal can be done but claims there is interest in the 25-year-old from other clubs.

Felipe Anderson in action for Lazio

The Brazilian, who has one cap for his country, joined Lazio from Santos for £6.75m in 2013.

He made 32 appearances for Lazio last season as the club missed out on a Champions League spot on the final day of the Serie A season.

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Anderson has made 177 appearances across five seasons for Lazio, scoring 34 goals and providing 42 assists.

West Ham have already confirmed the signing of right-back Ryan Fredericks from Fulham.