He has watched as opposition teams have regularly targeted that side of the back four and created assists and goals which have had a big impact on the season
Cresswell at rising 31, has a contract until 2023, whilst Masuaku was awarded a new four year deal under Manuel Pellegrini which takes him to 2024, but should sensible offers be made both will be allowed to move on.
There’s also a question mark over Ryan Fredericks – a free signing and member of the Championship team of the year in his last season at Fulham.
A free transfer in 2018 his deal will expire in 2022 and the Hammers are ready to cash in should they get the chance with Ben Johnson being seen as a possible first team replacement and a new signing brought in as cover.
We understand he is also keen to see Albian Ajeti replaced but has no plans – should QPR want to keep him – to bring Jordan Hugill back into the Hammers squad.