Former Hammers thrive away from toxic West Ham
Former Hammers enjoying life away from Moyesball
In what must be an embarrassing situation for West Ham manager David Moyes, Said Benrahma hit goalscoring form for Lyon yesterday.
Benrahma came off the bench to give Lyon the lead in a crunch game against Metz and continue his rehabilitation. This follows Pablo Fornals scoring a sumptuous goal for Real Betis and Thilo Kehrer starting every game for high-flying Monaco.
It’s hard not to view these former Hammers as footballers repairing their careers after being damaged during their stints at West Ham. They all appear to be blossoming following their departure, and it does not reflect well upon the club.
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Former Hammers are thriving away from West Ham
Both Fornals and Benrahma appear to be very happy. Like birds freed from captivity, they’re beginning to stretch their wings and look like the players who first arrived at West Ham a long time ago. Benrahma, in particular, finished his goal with a finesse and expertise that deserted him under David Moyes.
It’s a damning reflection on the Hammers’ manager that these players have left the club and had their confidence repaired in less than a month. As a result, their current coaches are getting the best from them, and they look like different players.
It just goes to demonstrate the straitjacket in which everyone operates at West Ham. I know there are good people working at the club. However, from a footballing perspective, it must be a depressing place to work as an attacking player.
