The agent of Mauro Zarate has confirmed that the West Ham United forward is in talks over a move to Fiorentina.

The 28-year-old has scored three goals in 15 league appearances for the Hammers so far this season, but has not featured since the turn of the year and is understood to be keen on a move away from England.

His agent and brother Rolando Zarate has now confirmed those rumours, suggesting that the loan deal, which would have an option to make the move permanent at the end of the season, will be completed this week.

"We are in negotiations to reach an agreement with West Ham and I am in London to find a solution for this transfer," Rolando Zarate told Radio Bruno.

"It won't be easy, but we hope to conclude the move by the end of this week. Fiorentina are a very competitive side who always attack and play good football. Mauro has the right characteristics to play for Fiorentina. This is why we are talking to West Ham, to find the best solution for Mauro and Fiorentina.

"Mauro wants to leave London and he really likes the idea of playing for Fiorentina. He is playing regularly for West Ham, so they don't want to let him go, but his desire now is to play for Fiorentina."

Zarate has previously played in Serie A for Lazio and Inter Milan.