Most Premier League teams were apparently chasing a striker in the January window – those near the top seeking the points for European qualification, whilst those perilously close to the drop zone are desperate for the goals to keep their jobs and keep their clubs in the top flight. Graham Potter who was apparently instrumental in persuading Evan Ferguson to join the Hammers for the rest of the season must be pleased that the youngster to whom he gave a debut is back under his watchful eye, if only for four months.
Several clubs were chasing Ferguson, both in England and in Europe – so it being heralded by the club as a mini coup for West Ham that the Ireland international chose West Ham. In itself this shows how desperate fans are for a decent replacement for Haller, Scamacca and Antonio. The fact that West Ham have to make do and mend with a 4 month loan of a 20 year old third choice from Brighton is a tad sad. However, there are worse positions to be in right now!
Ex Everton Scout Brian King is convinced David Moyes- who wanted Ferguson for Everton in view of their three strikers all being incapacitated – is in a far worse position now that West Ham completed Ferguson’s loan.