Last month, journalist Pipe Sierra reported West Ham United are one of the clubs chasing Jhon Arias.
The Fluminense star is currently part of the Colombia squad at the Copa América, and has scored a goal from two games so far.
Canal RCN now claim the winger has attracted interest from European clubs, including West Ham and Atlético Madrid.
The La Liga side are determined to sign the 26-year-old and would be preparing to table a bid.
It’s claimed both Julen Lopetegui’s side and Sevilla have shown their intention to sign the player, and they could complicate Los Rojiblancos’ efforts to acquire his signature.
The Hammers and the Andalusian club can provide ‘fierce competition’ to Atlético and this could ‘trigger an auction’ for Arias this summer.
Fluminense have a desire to retain the attacker, who is an integral part of their squad. They are also aware it may not be easy to keep Arias if there is an ‘irresistible offer’.
The Brazilian club would have to make a decision if and when they receive the first formal bid for Arias.
