Leeds United defender Sam Byram is close to securing a deal with West Ham United, according to the Daily Mail.

The defender has made his feelings perfectly clear at Elland Road after refusing to sign a new contract with the club in December, and looks to have finally pushed through a move to the Premier League with West Ham.

The young full back has been subject to speculation to a move from Yorkshire with Everton and Liverpool identifying the 22 -year-old as a potential target.

Steve Evans has continued to select Byram despite wanting a move away from the club and has scored three goals in 15 appearances.

The Hammers will be encouraged by Byram’s recent form after scoring the equaliser in their 1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest, and helping the Whites pick up a credible 2-2 draw with Derby County.

It is thought that the versatile player who can also play in midfielder could cost West Ham up to £8 million.

Leeds fans… Was the sale of Byram inevitable? Who do you need to bring in to replace the defender? Let us know in your thoughts and opinions below!