West Ham are set to give Mexico striker Guillermo Franco a medical ahead of signing him on a free transfer.
Franco's contract with Villarreal expired during the summer and he was set for a move to Estudiantes in his home country before that fell through.
But the 32-year-old, who played for Mexico at the 2006 World Cup, has now been drafted in by Upton Park boss Gianfranco Zola.
"I'm sure he is a player who can make a good contribution," said Zola.
Franco has been on international duty with Mexico and scored in the 3-0 win away to Costa Rica on Saturday.
He is expected to sign a one-year deal with West Ham but will not be available for this weekend's game at Wigan.
"I'm happy because I'm going to an English team and I believe that is a good opportunity for me," said Franco.
What are these?
Print Sponsor
E-mail this to a friend 
Printable version 
Bookmark with:
What are these?