West Ham ready transfer deal for Graham Potter favourite, talks revealed
Graham Potter is plotting to raid Brighton to strengthen his ranks at West Ham United this summer.
West Ham have all but confirmed their status in the Premier League, having steered 14 points away from the relegation zone with six games left to play.
Therefore, the Irons are already thinking about what will be Potter’s first summer transfer window as their head coach ahead of next season.
The English tactician made only one addition to his squad in the winter transfer window, roping in Evan Ferguson on loan, but is expected to make major signings this time.
West Ham line up deal for Brighton ace
West Ham are poised for several outgoings and incomings this summer, with the signing of a centre-back, left-back, central midfielder and forward said to be at the top of their wishlist.
Luis Guilherme is among those who could depart the London Stadium. According to The Times, the Hammers were in talks to sell the Brazilian to Al-Hilal in January, but the transfer did not materialise as the Saudi were unwilling to match his £26million price tag.
Potter’s side are also expecting interest in Jean-Clair Todibo, whose loan move from Nice will be made permanent for £34.2million, as he has already played enough matches to trigger the clause.
West Ham will nevertheless add a new centre-back to their ranks, with the newspaper reporting via their website on Wednesday (16 April) that they have shown interest in Adam Webster at Brighton.
Webster is set to the enter the final year of his contract at the Amex Stadium and could therefore be available for a sensible fee.
Potter to reunite with Webster at London Stadium
The deal would see Webster reunite with Potter, having worked with him at Brighton for three years.
Webster was one of Potter’s favourite players in his Seagulls squad, as he used the centre-back 93 times across all competitions.
| Competitions | Seasons | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| 3 | 4 | 93 | 7 | 1 |
Only four other Brighton players featured more often under the 49-year-old.
The 30-year-old has notably been restricted to just 11 Premier League appearances this season, with injuries often keeping him out.
He could be a great addition as a back-up right-sided central defender for West Ham.