Evan Ferguson transfer: Loan talks set in new West Ham United update
Evan Ferguson is set to hold talks with Brighton amid transfer interest from West Ham United, according to The Athletic.
The news outlet reports (23 January) that the striker will discuss whether he will be loaned out before the 3 February deadline.
Graham Potter could reunite with the Irish centre-forward, as the Hammers are among the teams that want to sign him temporarily.
West Ham United need Evan Ferguson transfer for Graham Potter
The Irons find themselves in a predicament at the moment, sitting 14th in the Premier League table.
Crystal Palace handed the English manager a major blow as they beat the Hammers 2-0 at the London Stadium on 18 January.
It looked like Potter had managed to turn things around at the East London club after the 3-2 win over Fulham, but they reverted to their fragile selves against the Eagles.
Jarrod Bowen has had to carry the burden of scoring goals in the current campaign and evidently needs more help in the attacking third when back from injury.
West Ham need reinforcements up front after Niclas Fullkrug picked up another long-term injury, and Michail Antonio is also out after his traffic accident.
The Irons need to bolster the number nine position, and Ferguson could be the right player to fill the void.
While the 20-year-old hasn’t been able to showcase his talent this season, the forward was one of the brightest prospects in the Premier League in recent years.
The London Stadium could arguably provide the Ireland international the platform to revive his reputation, but it remains to be seen whether Brighton will allow him to leave.
Some challenging fixtures are coming up for the Hammers, and the decision-makers at the East London club need to make a decision soon, with the transfer window set to shut soon.
In other West Ham news, a transfer for Ezechiel Banzuzi is on hold as another deal is being eyed.
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