West Ham on cusp of signing Ryan Fredericks

West Ham United are reportedly on the cusp of signing Fulham defender Ryan Fredericks following his decision to turn down a new contract at Craven Cottage.

The 25-year-old's current deal is due to expire at the end of the month and it now appears in all likeliness that he will be leaving the west London club on a free transfer.

According to Sky Sports News, the Hammers have already agreed personal terms over a contract with the right-back and they are likely to announce the deal in the next few days.

Fredericks has made over 100 appearances for Fulham since his arrival from Bristol City in 2015 but he could now get his first taste of Premier League football with Manuel Pellegrini's side.

Pellegrini has already revealed his ambition to recruit at least five players this summer with the club having high expectations of pushing for a Europa League spot next term.