Report: Canadian International Doneil Henry Close to West Ham Move

Ex-Toronto FC centre-back Doneil Henry is reportedly close to securing a move to West Ham United of the Premier League, according to the Canadian Press (h/t Sportsnet).

Henry, who has had a strange year, was sold to Cypriot club Apollon Limassol. However, he was then loaned back to TFC for the 2014 MLS season.

Now it seems as if the Canadian defender will be going to the Premier League. He trained with West Ham last year, but he is now extremely close to sealing a transfer to one of England's best sides this season.

All that stands in Henry's way is a work permit, per Luke Wileman of TSN:

Henry appeared in 70 games for TFC since 2010 and has earned 14 caps for Canada at just 21 years old.

The Canadian has extremely high potential. He's strong in the air and effective with his tackling. He averaged nearly two tackles per game and 3.7 interceptions, via WhoScored.com.

However, Henry is also prone to mistakes. He lacks concentration and makes rash decisions on occasion, such as his foul against Igor Juliao against Sporting Kansas City.

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Wonder if all of those who felt Doneil Henry wasn't good enough for @torontofc will have a change of heart if he moves to West Ham?

— Jason deVos (@jasondevos) December 20, 2014"

On the other hand, Henry is still just 21 years old and can develop into a quality defender. Sam Allardyce and his coaching staff should be able to help him improve. They wouldn't be on the verge of signing him if they didn't have faith in the Canadian's abilities.