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Chelsea have been linked with the signing of West Ham's new striker, according to the club's chief executive Angel di Maria.

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West Ham have opened talks with Samuel Eto'o over a shock move for the veteran striker. Sportsmail understands the former Chelsea striker's agent Claudio Vigarelli held face-to-face talks with manager Sam Allardyce in London on Wednesday. And the Hammers are working on a deal to bring the Cameroon star to Upton Park ahead of next season. Scroll down for video... Upton spark? Cameroon striker Samuel Eto'o's could complete a surprise move to West Ham . Blues brother: Samuel Eto'o spent last season in the Premier League on loan at Chelsea . The . Hammers are desperate to sign a new forward following the news that Andy . Carroll will miss the next four months with an ankle injury. And the East London club are ready to offer Eto'o a 12 month deal. Eto'o is a free agent after his release by Chelsea last summer and is keen to stay in London. Queens . Park Rangers and Arsenal have also been linked with the ex-Barcelona . frontman, while he is numerous lucrative offers from the Middle East. Eto'o is expected to make a decision on his future at some point next week. Let's talk: Hammers boss Sam Allardyce has met with Samuel Eto'o's agent in London . Striker light: West Ham are in need of reinforcements after Andy Carroll was ruled out for four months . Friends in high places: Former Barcelona striker joined the likes of Lionel Messi for Deco's testimonial .