West Ham are considering a deal for Micah Richards, as the summer transfer window approaches its final 24 hours.

The 28-year-old full back, who can also operate at centre half was part of the Aston Villa side relegated under Remi Garde last season and is one of a number of defensive candidates being considered ahead of the deadline.Turkish side Trabzonspor were on the verge of signing the former England international on loan last weekend but that deal failed to conclude. Premier League newcomers Hull City are also said to be interested in signing Richards.Elsewhere tonight, Swansea are preparing to open talks with Enner Valencia after West Ham accepted an offer for the Ecuador international. KUMB revealed back in June how the Welsh Premier League side were interested in signing 26-year-old Valencia, who is surplus to requirements at the Olympic Stadium despite having been involved in the majority of first team matches so far this season.Should Valencia depart in good time, West Ham are likely to try and bring in an additional front man ahead of Wednesday night's 11pm deadline.