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The January transfer window was the perfect opportunity to reshape the squad. West Ham turned the focus to bringing in reinforcements, beginning with the acclaimed Douglas Luiz to bolster their midfield, purchased from Juventus for £38 million. Young talent was also a priority, including a significant investment in Evan Ferguson, deemed a potential star striker for the future.
However, not all dealings went smoothly. Attempts to secure Jonathan David on a pre-contract agreement faltered, leading to a frustrating realization that other clubs were already in negotiations for his signature.
Although the club faced hurdles, they offloaded several players, including the young Brazilian defender who struggled to find form, and began building a squad for success.