Sport nationWest Ham’s Summer Signings Under Scrutiny
A recent Italian report has named two West Ham stars among the 10 worst signings of the summer transfer window. The report, published by Tutto Juve, ranks Niclas Fullkrug and James Ward-Prowse as the seventh and eighth worst signings, respectively.
West Ham were one of the busiest clubs in the summer transfer window, with a mammoth turnover of 21 players. Julen Lopetegui and technical director Tim Steidten oversaw the transformation, bringing in nine new players and spending over £155m. This significant overhaul was necessary, given that Lopetegui inherited the smallest and second-oldest squad in the Premier League.
However, some of West Ham’s signings have been met with skepticism. Fullkrug’s arrival, in particular, has raised concerns among fans who had hoped for a younger and more dynamic striker. The 31-year-old’s injury-prone history has already caused issues, with the player missing the last five games and no clear return date in sight. Rumors suggest that Fullkrug may even require surgery, which would further complicate his situation.
Additionally, Ward-Prowse’s departure to Nottingham Forest has been questioned by some fans, given his impressive 18 goals and assists in his debut season. His performances for Forest have been underwhelming, with some fans labeling him a “terrible signing.” This criticism is echoed by Tutto Juve’s report, which ranks Ward-Prowse as the eighth worst signing of the summer.
Tutto Juve’s report lists the following players as the 10 worst Premier League signings of the summer: Matthijs de Ligt (Manchester United), Joao Felix (Chelsea), Eddie Nketiah (Crystal Palace), Joshua Zirkzee (Manchester United), Kalvin Phillips (Ipswich Town), Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall (Chelsea), Niclas Fullkrug (West Ham), James Ward-Prowse (Nottingham Forest), Ben Brereton (Southampton), and Sander Berge (Fulham).
The report’s findings will likely add fuel to the debate surrounding West Ham’s transfer business. While some signings, such as Max Kilman and Aaron Wan-Bissaka, have impressed, others have raised concerns. Fullkrug’s injury issues and Ward-Prowse’s struggles at Forest will be closely monitored in the coming weeks. Will West Ham’s summer signings prove to be successful, or will the critics be vindicated? Only time will tell.
West Ham’s technical director, Tim Steidten, made a significant gamble by signing Fullkrug, who was also reportedly sought after by Juventus. The Italian giants’ interest in Fullkrug adds context to the criticism surrounding his signing. Meanwhile, Ward-Prowse’s departure has left some fans wondering if the club made a mistake by letting him go.
As the season unfolds, West Ham’s signings will be under intense scrutiny. The Hammers’ fans will be eager to see how their new players perform and whether the club’s transfer business will pay off.
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