According to the <i>Daily Telegraph </i>( UK Edition), West Ham are in the market for a new striker to solve their offensive problems.<br /><br />The leadership of the Londoners has beamed its searchlight on out - of - favour Nigeria international Obafemi Martins.<br /><br />Obafemi Martins, 29 , is not new to English football having previously defended the colors of Newcastle United and&nbsp; Birmingham City.<br /><br />It is assumed that the Seattle Sounders marksman will arrive the Hammers on loan in the January transfer window which opens in the next 20 days.<br /><br />The Nigerian netted 8 times in 21 MLS matches this past campaign.<br /><br /><br />Photo Credit: soundersnation.com <br /><br /><br />