BREAKING: WEST HAM SET TO ANNOUNCE HUGE DEPARTURE HOURS AFTER EMBARRASSING BURNLEY DRAW

🚨 WEST HAM HIT WITH FRESH BLOW HOURS AFTER BURNLEY COLLAPSE AS HUGE EXIT EMERGES

West Ham United have been hit by another major blow just hours after their dramatic 2-2 draw against Burnley, with reports emerging that one of their high-profile forwards is now set to leave the club.

The Hammers appeared to be cruising towards a perfect start to their Championship campaign after taking a 2-0 lead at Turf Moor.

Max Kilman opened the scoring before Manor Solomon doubled West Ham’s advantage, putting Nuno Espírito Santo’s side firmly in control.

But what followed was a nightmare for the visitors.

Zian Flemming scored twice late in the match to complete a stunning Burnley comeback and deny West Ham all three points.

The result has already raised questions among supporters, particularly after West Ham surrendered such a commanding lead.

And now, another major story has emerged from the club.

🚨 FÜLLKRUG CLOSE TO WEST HAM EXIT

Niclas Füllkrug is reportedly set to leave West Ham and return to Werder Bremen on a season-long loan.

The German striker is expected to undergo a medical as the move edges closer to completion.

Füllkrug joined West Ham from Borussia Dortmund in 2024 for a reported £27 million, arriving with a huge reputation after his impressive performances in Germany.

However, his time in east London has been disrupted by injuries and inconsistent form, preventing him from establishing himself as a regular goalscorer.

His potential departure now leaves Nuno with another attacking decision to make.

And the timing could hardly be more interesting.

West Ham desperately need to strengthen their squad if they are serious about securing an immediate return to the Premier League.

The draw against Burnley highlighted their need for greater attacking depth, particularly when they were unable to find the crucial third goal after taking a two-goal lead.

Instead, Burnley continued to push forward and eventually punished West Ham with two late goals.

For Nuno and his players, it was a brutal lesson that games cannot be considered won until the final whistle.

West Ham supporters will now be hoping the club can use the remaining transfer window to bring in reinforcements.

The pressure is already building.

After relegation from the Premier League, expectations are enormous, with fans demanding an immediate promotion campaign.

Dropping two points from a winning position against Burnley was therefore the last thing the Hammers needed.

And with Füllkrug reportedly heading for the exit, West Ham’s squad could look very different by the time the transfer window closes.

One thing is certain: the Hammers’ return to the Championship has already delivered plenty of drama.

They arrived at Turf Moor looking for three points.

They left with one.

And now, just hours later, another big-name player could be on his way out of the London Stadium.

The rebuilding of West Ham is clearly far from over. ⚒️