Leicester to rival West Ham for Prem striker after Van Nistelrooy demand, in major boost for Stoke

Leicester City have no plans to recall striker Tom Cannon from his loan with Stoke City and are seriously considering a move for Brighton’s Evan Ferguson, sources have revealed to TEAMtalk.

The Foxes have entered a new era under manager Ruud van Nistelrooy, who has been tasked with keeping the club in the Premier League this season.

Leicester’s hierarchy have a lot of faith in Van Nistelrooy and intend to back him in the January window with the signing of a new striker, as he looks to bring in competition for Jamie Vardy.

The former Manchester United player and coach has asked the board for a potent striker to add to his ranks and sources have stated Leicester are one of the sides to show interest in Brighton star Ferguson.

The Irish international has been made available for loan in January. Leicester are in a good position to offer him consistent playing time but they face serious competition from West Ham United.

The Hammers are big admirers of Ferguson and due to Michail Antonio now being unavailable, they view the Brighton man as a top target for next month’s transfer window.

West Ham and Leicester have both approached Ferguson’s agents. The 20-year-old has no shortage of options and is likely to move this winter.