West Ham United have been heavily linked with a move for Brighton & Hove Albion striker Evan Ferguson this month.The talented 20-year-old has struggled to break into Brighton’s starting line-up

Ferguson has returned to first-team training and is available for selection after a seven-game layoff with an ankle injury. However, the Republic of Ireland forward has found it hard to force his way into Hurzeler’s first-team plans this season given the impressive form of Danny Welbeck and Joao Pedro.

Fabio Hurzeler confirms Evan Ferguson talks after West Ham transfer interest - Republic of Ireland international keen to bank first-team football after struggles with fitness

Lucas Paqueta thrived up front against Aston Villa but Graham Potter would presumably like to deploy the Brazilian in his best position, which is in midfield. Sky Sports reporter Mark McAdam has revealed that Bayer Leverkusen are “leading the chase” to sign Evan Ferguson.