Graham Potter Addresses Rashford Transfer Rumors

Graham Potter, the new manager of West Ham, has addressed speculation linking the club to Marcus Rashford, who has expressed a desire for a 'new challenge' away from Manchester United. Rashford has been limited in playtime under United's current management and has reportedly engaged in talks with clubs like AC Milan, Juventus, and Borussia Dortmund. Potter, however, emphasized that he only comments on players currently at West Ham, reflecting on the often unreliable nature of transfer rumors. In light of injuries to key players like Niclas Fullkrug, Michail Antonio, and Jarrod Bowen, West Ham is actively considering new forward options for the January transfer window. Despite a tough first match in charge resulting in a 2-1 FA Cup loss to Aston Villa, Potter remains optimistic about the team's performance and potential. He acknowledged the need to assess the squad’s injuries and strategize accordingly.