Opinion: West Ham’s Summer Signing Could Depart Early Following World Cup Ambition Update.
Niclas Füllkrug's West Ham Future in Doubt as 2026 World Cup Looms.
The Germany international has struggled during his time at the London Stadium this season, managing only two goals in nine Premier League appearances.
His difficulties have largely been due to injuries, the most recent of which occurred during an FA Cup clash against Aston Villa, where he pulled up while chasing the ball.
Having only joined West Ham from Borussia Dortmund in the summer, speculation is already growing about a potential move away.
West Ham Could Sign Tammy Abraham to Boost His World Cup Hopes
With the 32-year-old sidelined for the foreseeable future, securing a striker in the winter transfer window was crucial for West Ham.
They addressed this need by bringing in Evan Ferguson on loan from Brighton until the end of the season.
However, as promising as Ferguson’s arrival is, his temporary stay means Graham Potter will be left without the Republic of Ireland international once the loan deal ends.
This highlights the necessity for the Hammers to sign a permanent striker in the summer, and Tammy Abraham could be an ideal solution.
The 27-year-old is eager to impress England manager Thomas Tuchel and earn a spot in the 2026 World Cup squad.
He believes a return to the Premier League would enhance his chances of achieving that goal.
Reports suggest that West Ham is monitoring Abraham, along with clubs like Newcastle, Nottingham Forest, Fulham, Everton, and Leeds [TBR Football].
Niclas Füllkrug Could Leave West Ham If Abraham Arrives
If Abraham were to swap San Siro for the London Stadium, he would expect regular playing time, potentially pushing Niclas Füllkrug to the sidelines.
This may not be an ideal situation for the German forward, who played in a Champions League final just nine months ago.
Given his pedigree, Füllkrug would likely attract interest from several clubs, presenting West Ham with an opportunity to recover a significant portion of their investment.
The Hammers spent £27.5 million to sign him from Werder Bremen, and while recouping that entire amount may be challenging, any deal close to that figure would be considered a success.
Selling Füllkrug would free up space for Potter to integrate Abraham into the squad while also allowing Michail Antonio to serve as an experienced backup option in the rotation.
