Darren Randolph’s £4m move to West Ham has been delayed so that further checks can be done on a thigh injury that has kept the Middlesbrough goalkeeper out in recent weeks. West Ham still anticipate making Randolph their first signing of the January transfer window but the Republic of Ireland international is yet to pass a medical and the deal is on hold for the time being. Randolph has made it clear he favours a reunion with West Ham, who are keen to sign a new No 2 goalkeeper. West Ham’s attempts to bolster their midfield by signing Benfica’s Gedson Fernandes on an 18-month loan with an option to buy have stalled. Stoke want around £12m for Allen, but West Ham aim to negotiate a lower price.

Source: The Guardian January 08, 2020 14:03 UTC