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The Daily Star is reporting the ex-Manchester United and Tottenham forward Dimitar Berbatov has flown to the UK ahead of a shock return.

The former Fulham striker is a free agent.

The ex-Bulgarian international has been without a club since leaving Greek side PAOK Salonika in May.

Bulgarian sports news outlet Gong claim Berbatov is heading to West Ham to finalise a switch to the London Stadium.

Slaven Bilic has pulled the plug on a deal for Brentford's Scott Hogan.

(Image: Action Images / Tony O'Brien)

And, according to reports, there could be a free spot for 36-year-old.

Gong report the Premier League side will offer Berbatov a deal until the end of the season with the option of a further six month stay.

If a move to east London falls through, though, it's claimed the striker could join Aston Villa instead.

The Championship side can't offer Berbatov the same wage West Ham can - but he could be an option as Steve Bruce looks to bolster his squad.