Brian Brobbey, the talented Ghanaian Dutch international striker currently with Ajax, appears to be losing ground in his long-anticipated move to West Ham United.
Once seen as a key target who could finally solve the Hammers’ centre-forward woes, Brobbey’s recent form raises serious doubts.
Despite his potential and Ghanaian roots adding to his appeal, Brobbey has managed only 4 goals in 30 Eredivisie appearances this season, struggling to make an impact even against lower-ranked teams like NAC Breda and Almere City.
Dutch media labeled West Ham’s January bid for Brobbey “ridiculous” due to the club’s offer structure; a loan with a hefty £30 million purchase clause.
But now, with Brobbey’s output failing to impress, the skepticism has shifted from the bid itself to the striker’s ability to justify such an investment.
As West Ham look elsewhere, towards players like Brazil’s prolific Yuri Alberto and Strasbourg’s rising star Emanuel Emegha, Brobbey’s dream of a Premier League breakthrough looks increasingly uncertain.