Potter was appointed as West Ham boss on Thursday morning after talks in the week, replacing Julen Lopetegui, who was sacked on Wednesday after a subdued spell in east London after joining the club in the summer. West Ham are five points away from the top half as it stands, and with firepower needed, Ferguson could be a top target.

There will be no more bubbles blown for Julen Lopetegui at West Ham, who fired the Spanish coach on Wednesday and announced Graham Potter as his replacement. Potter has signed a two-and-a-half-year contract and was unveiled as the club’s new manager at a press conference on Thursday.

In a significant shake-up at West Ham United, the club has officially announced the appointment of Graham Potter as the new head coach. This move comes swiftly after the departure of Julen Lopetegui,