Arsenal forward Theo Walcott could be heading for a shock exit during the summer transfer window.

The England international has struggled to live up to his promise in recent seasons, and this has hampered his place in the starting line-up.

Brentwood Gazette claims that the former Southampton graduate could find himself at a new club next season with the Hammers keen on landing his services.

It is added that Slaven Bilic's side are ready to pay as much as £26m for the player's signature provided they earn a place in Europe next term.

West Ham are currently fifth in the Premier League, one point adrift of fourth-placed Manchester City.