West Ham's Deadline Day Striker Deal Unlikely

West Ham United is scrambling to finalize transfers before the deadline, but their hopes of securing key targets appear to be dwindling. Despite successful negotiations for Brighton's Evan Ferguson, the club is likely to miss out on promising striker Eli Junior Kroupi, who is expected to remain at Lorient until the summer. Additionally, attempts to sign Ajax's Brian Brobbey and PSV's Ricardo Pepi have not materialized, adding to the frustration among fans who are calling for more impactful signings. While some supporters prioritize strengthening the defense, the consensus remains that a new striker is essential given current squad limitations. Amid these challenges, West Ham has also reportedly passed on the opportunity to sign Marcus Rashford from Manchester United. With the transfer window closing soon, the pressure mounts on manager Graham Potter to enhance the team's competitiveness.