West Ham manager Graham Potter is after a striker.
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Dr Rajpal Brar
Wed 25 June 2025 19:10, UK
West Ham are reportedly keen on securing the services of RSC Anderlecht attacker Mario Stroeykens.
Dr Rajpal Brar, an injury expert, has assessed the fitness record of the 20-year-old Belgian ahead of a potential transfer.
Last season, he suffered multiple injuries, which led to him missing a decent number of games.
The London Stadium. (Credit: Imago)
Hammers sent pre-transfer warning amid Stroeykens’ injury issues
The Hammers may want to take a closer look at the multiple injuries the attacking midfielder-cum centre forward suffered last season.
This may see them taking a different approach and perhaps opt against securing his services.
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West Ham have already made an approach for Stroeykens, but have not followed it up with an official bid.
Appearances Goals Assists
25 3 4
Stroeykens’ stats last season.
Speaking exclusively with West Ham Zone, Dr Brar, a specialist in Physical Therapy and a Sports Scientist, said: “The club may take a closer look at last season, where he suffered three separate injuries that cost him weeks out and why that may have occurred.
“He missed a month with a syndesmotic ligament tear, which was a serious setback.
“*His game time was also erratic, which is once again, not ideal, so that could factor into their decision.*“
West Ham co-chairman David Sullivan
David Sullivan will be prepared to shell out funds this summer. (Credit: Imago)
Stroeykens would be a good signing for West Ham
Stroeykens would be an excellent signing for West Ham due to his versatility and age.
With five goals and seven assists in 39 appearances last season in all competitions, Stroeykens, who can play multiple roles, offers the flair needed to replace Lucas Paqueta, whose future is uncertain.
However, his injury history is a concern and that could see the Hammers potentially consider other targets this summer.
Stroeykens’ youth and 130 senior appearances suit Graham Potter’s plan to build a dynamic, younger squad, enhancing depth and creativity, but there are other factors that need to be considered as well.
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