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West Ham United’s search for a striker has intensified as they identify Brighton & Hove Albion’s Evan Ferguson as a “primary target” before the January transfer window closes, according to Sky Sports reporter Dharmesh Sheth.
The Hammers have been on the hunt for attacking reinforcements throughout the month, with injuries ravaging their frontline. Captain Jarrod Bowen has been sidelined for several weeks with a fractured foot, further compounding West Ham’s issues in attack. Their summer signing, Niclas Füllkrug, has struggled with fitness problems since arriving in London, limiting his game time. Meanwhile, Michail Antonio has been dealt a devastating blow, ruled out for approximately a year following a serious road traffic accident.
As a result, West Ham’s striking options have been reduced to just Danny Ings, leaving manager Graham Potter with a serious selection headache. Given the club’s ambitions in both domestic and European competitions, securing a new centre-forward before the window shuts has become an absolute necessity.
Failed Pursuit of Ricardo Pepi and Pivot to Ferguson
Earlier this month, West Ham attempted to strengthen their attack by submitting a £20 million bid for PSV Eindhoven’s Ricardo Pepi. However, the Dutch club swiftly rejected the offer, forcing the Hammers to reassess their targets.
Now, attention has shifted to Evan Ferguson. The young Brighton forward is reportedly available on loan for the remainder of the season, though a permanent transfer could be considered if the Seagulls receive a satisfactory offer. Ferguson, who was previously hailed as “amazing” by former teammate Alexis Mac Allister, has immense potential but has endured a challenging season. Injuries have disrupted his rhythm, preventing him from building on his breakout performances from the previous campaign.
At just 19 years old, the Republic of Ireland international has already demonstrated his goal-scoring ability at the highest level, and a move to West Ham could provide him with the perfect platform to regain momentum.
Why Ferguson Would Be a Smart Signing for West Ham
Should Ferguson make the switch to the London Stadium, he would likely be handed a starting role immediately. With West Ham desperate for firepower, the opportunity to be the focal point of Potter’s attack—while remaining in the Premier League—could be highly appealing to the young striker.
Even once Bowen and Füllkrug return to full fitness, Ferguson could still play a key role in the squad, offering Potter an exciting and dynamic forward option for the long term. Given West Ham’s attacking struggles this season, securing Ferguson’s signature would not only address their current crisis but also set them up for the future.
With time running out before the transfer deadline, the Hammers must now act quickly if they want to bring the Brighton forward to East London and bolster their squad for the challenges ahead.
