West Ham boss Graham Potter has insisted the club will remain active in the transfer window and confirmed work is ongoing behind the scenes to bring in new players.
Speaking after yesterday’s 2-0 Premier League Summer Series win against Bournemouth, Potter said:
“We’re working behind the scenes and if there’s an opportunity to strengthen, we will.”
There’s little doubt that the Hammers will have reassessed their transfer priorities following the increasing likelihood that Lucas Paquetá will remain at the London Stadium. However, last night’s win over Andoni Iraola’s Bournemouth also highlighted areas that still need improvement.
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West Ham’s midfield also looks in need of attention, with James Ward-Prowse still featuring heavily despite his mixed form last season.
Potter will be fully aware of where the squad needs strengthening, and it’s encouraging to hear him publicly acknowledging the need for more transfer activity.
With transfer deadline day now less than a month away, the Irons still have plenty of work to do—despite what’s been a relatively encouraging pre-season so far.