Brentford have re-established contact with West Ham over a possible deal for left-back El Hadji Malick Diouf, with discussions described as ongoing but a notable difference in valuation still separating the clubs.
Ben Jacobs was the first to report it, setting out that dialogue has resumed and that the price each side has in mind is not currently aligned. The picture points to revived interest rather than a brand-new pursuit, yet the numbers remain some way apart.
There are no figures attached to the talks at this stage and no indication of an imminent breakthrough. As things stand, this sits firmly in the talks bracket rather than anything more advanced such as a bid or agreement.
That a conversation has been reopened suggests there is at least scope for movement if the valuation gap narrows, but the situation as relayed leaves plenty of work to do before any deal can be considered close. For now, the negotiation remains active but delicate, with both clubs yet to find common ground on terms.
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