West Ham United are preparing an opening bid for Jørgen Strand Larsen.
The striker is a priority target as West Ham battle relegation.
Manager Nuno Espírito Santo wants attacking reinforcements in January.
Wolverhampton Wanderers are believed to value Strand Larsen at £40m.
The 25-year-old has scored three league goals this season.
He impressed last year after joining from Celta Vigo, scoring 14 times.
West Ham sit 18th and see a new striker as vital for survival.
Niclas Füllkrug is expected to join AC Milan on loan.
Nuno has also considered Ellis Simms and Haji Wright from Coventry.
Only Callum Wilson is currently a natural striker at the club.
A loan move for Nathan Aké has failed.
West Ham are also pushing to sign Adama Traoré from Fulham.
