C&H has discovered some worrying news around West Ham United striker Pablo and his ongoing injury concerns.

Yesterday, Claret & Hugh exclusively revealed that the January £20m signing would not be available for Saturday’s FA Cup tie against Burton Albion. Later in the day, Hammers boss Nuno Espírito Santo confirmed that update — while also hinting, without going into detail, that there could be deeper issues with the forward’s fitness.

Now the prognosis appears to be worsening, with reports suggesting Pablo could even be sidelined for the remainder of the season.

At this stage, it’s unclear exactly what the injury is. But given the striker was introduced as a substitute and seemingly played through the problem during the recent Premier League win over Burnley, you’d have to assume it’s far more serious than first thought.

Blow for Nuno’s New System

If confirmed, this would be a huge setback for both West Ham and Nuno, who only recently switched shape to accommodate two strikers — a tactical tweak that immediately sparked an upturn in results.

It also throws the club’s January business into sharp focus.

With the formation changed and attacking options already thin, the decision not to further strengthen...