West Ham United are reportedly interested in signing Manchester City defender Micah Richards this summer.

City boss Manuel Pellegrini recently made it clear that the right-back would depart the Etihad Stadium this summer after he rejected a new contract.

A number of clubs have been linked with a move for the one-time England international, and West Ham boss Sam Allardyce is preparing a £4m offer, according to The Sun.

It is understood that a loan move with a future fee clause could be agreed next week.