Ferguson was the primary target — young, hungry for more game time than he was getting — and duly picked West Ham over a whole host of interested parties. Arsenal, Chelsea, Bayer Leverkusen and Bournemouth were just some of the clubs who explored the logistics of a move for the Republic of Ireland international.

Graham Potter believes he can help Republic of Ireland striker Evan Ferguson rediscover the form which once saw him touted as a £100million player.

The Republic of Ireland international has joined on loan craving game time and should thrive under a familiar coaching setup

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Winger Crysencio Summerville "has had a setback" in his recovery and is not likely to return until after the international break. Potter said he has "had a rest but not too much of one" and added that the squad "have a bit of freshness" to them following a weekend off.

Graham Potter’s transfer strategy at West Ham could be hit this summer if chairman, David Sullivan, has to find as much as £25m to plug a financial gap.They and other players that might be of

Graham Potter has certainly given West Ham’s players the solidity and stability they’ve needed all season, and injured players returning could help his cause.