Modibo Maiga has arrived in London to rubber-stamp his move to West Ham.
The Malian forward, who is set to cost United up to £7million arrived in the capital late this afternoon before being whisked away to a hotel where he will be staying ahead of meeting with Hammers chiefs and undergoing a medical.The 24-year-old forward, who currently plays for French Ligue 1 club Sochaux began his footballing career in his home country with Stade Malien before moving to Moroccan club Raja CA Casablanca in 2004.
Having been part of the Arab Champions League-winning side when Casablanca beat Egyptian outfit ENPPI Club 2-1 in 2006, Maiga moved to France when Le Mans came calling in 2007.
Following three years with MUC 72, he was signed by current club Sochaux, for whom he scored 15 goals in his first season.
A year ago last month Maiga looked set to move to Newcastle but he eventually failed a medical ahead of a £7million deal. Having returned to France he went on to score another 15 goals last season as he helped Les Lionceaux to fifth place in Ligue 1.
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