West Ham backing Graham Potter with two late-window signings - sources

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21 Jan 2025, 9:49 am

West Ham are keen to seal two signings before the transfer deadline on 3 February, sources have told Football Insider.

The Irons are keen to back new manager Graham Potter with new additions at centre-back and centre-forward in the final two weeks of the window.

Football Insider revealed last week (14 January) that West Ham have identified striker trio Emmanuel Latte Lath, Evan Ferguson and Yuri Alberto as potential targets.

Potter's side have launched multiple bids for Aston Villa star Jhon Duran but it has been widely reported that the Colombia international is valued at more than £100million.

Danny Ings is currently the only fit forward option at the London Stadium after injuries to Niclas Fullkrug, Jarrod Bowen and Michail Antonio.

Meanwhile, the Irons want a new addition at centre-back with Jean-Clair Todibo out for at least a month through injury.

West Ham want centre-back and striker before 3 February deadline

Max Kilman and Konstantinos Mavropanos are the other senior defender options for Potter.

West Ham are yet to make their first signing in the winter window after spending big for previous manager Julen Lopetegui in the summer.

Potter's side sit 14th in the Premier League table after losing 2-0 at home against Crystal Palace last week.

The Irons are next in action against Aston Villa on Sunday (26 January).

In other news, Hammers told “£20million” striker offer could be accepted.

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