United, Arsenal and Manchester City are all reportedly keen on Oxford, although the Red Devils are said to now be in pole position to do a deal.
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It’s believed West Ham are keen to retain the wonder kid; however, contract talks broke down over the summer and have yet to re-start and with news of interest from Arsenal, City and United, Bilić may have a hard time convincing the England U20 worldwide his future lies at London Stadium.
The Hammers are in turmoil right now after successive 4-2 defeats to Watford and West Brom, with manager Slaven Bilic coming under increasing pressure.
But he is yet to make a Premier League appearance for West Ham this season although he did start in two of the club’s Europa League qualifiers.
The versatile defender’s contract with West Ham runs out next year and, despite the Hammers’ best efforts over the summer, no progress has been made regarding an extension with the London club.
The England Under-19 worldwide has started in two of West Ham’s Europa League qualifiers so far, but is yet to feature in the Premier League this season.
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The central defender, who is equally comfortable operating in midfield, burst on to the scene last season with an impressive opening day display against the Gunners.
