Hammers in for Yeovil Star?

Williams who is 24 and can also play up front, joined The Glovers in May 2002 from Hereford and has appeared in 16 games this season.

A few believed to be in the region of £200,000 has been agreed between the two clubs and Williams should complete his medical and agree personal terms in time for this weekend’s crunch clash with promotion rivals Sunderland.

Yeovil today issued a statement saying, “Yeovil Town manager Gary Johnson has confirmed that talks are taking place between Yeovil Town and West Ham United regarding a possible transfer of Gavin Williams.

“No deal has been agreed as yet but Gavin Williams is talking to West Ham United and further details will be announced as soon as they have been finalised.”