Mourinho makes West Ham starlet offer

Jose Mourinho has kicked off his summer transfer business with an official offer for West Ham starlet Reece Oxford.

The England U20 international is seen as one of the brightest young talents in the English game with Manchester City, Liverpool and Arsenal also known admirers.

But Mourinho, who was officially unveiled as Louis van Gaal’s successor at Old Trafford last week, has moved to steal a march on his rivals with a firm offer.

The Hammers have offered the 17-year-old a new long-term contract but Oxford has thus far kept them waiting with a number of big clubs monitoring developments.

The youngster is keen for assurances on playing time before he commits.

Oxford, who has two years left on his current deal, is seen as an England star of the future and can operate both in midfield and central defence.