West Ham have received a boost in their pursuit of Brighton forward Evan Ferguson after Victor Boniface’s proposed move to Al Nassr was called off. Bayer Leverkusen were leading the race to sign Ferguson but their need for a striker has been eased after Al Nassr struck a deal for Jhon Duran, meaning Boniface will stay at Leverkusen.

West Ham United are in talks with Brighton and Hove Albion over a deal for Evan Ferguson, with the striker keen on a move to London Stadium.

West Ham have completed the signing of highly rated youngster Josh Landers from Hibernian. The 17-year-old striker had been on trial with the Hammers at their Rush Green training ground in Dagenham and an agreement is now in place for his permanent transfer.

West Ham United head coach Graham Potter says Jarrod Bowen could feature in Monday’s Premier League fixture against Chelsea. Bowen has been sidelined with a fractured foot, which he sustained in the home loss against Liverpool on December 29.

West Ham are hopeful Jarrod Bowen can make his return from injury against Chelsea on Monday. The Hammers’ captain has missed their last five games with a foot injury suffered during the 5-0 defeat to Liverpool on December 29.