Tomkins set for exit – the fans react
James Tomkins is set for a move across the capital to join Palace and his former boss Alan Pardew.
Tomkins has been with the Irons since he was a kid and had Mark Noble not been around, would have become ‘Mr WestHam.’
Here’s how ClaretandHugh Facebook Group members have responded to his seemingly imminent departure @ https://www.facebook.com/groups/363174467150521/
O Pity really. I have a soft spot for him as one of our homegrown players. Still think he has a place for rotation during Europa League but if he wants first team football, all the best to him – at least he’s going to one of the more likeable clubs in London.
O It’s a shame as I too have always loved Tommo, one of our own and seemed like a genuinely nice guy. Always thought he could be a future leader at CB buthe never came on that extra step. Unfortunate really as he played really well at RB last year when needed. Good luck too him
O Hugely disappointing if this goes through.
O Would have to disagree – he’s been a great servant but plenty of errors and not the greatest passer of a football – we can do better.
O Ogbonna is total rubbish
O If it means that Burke is given his chance then I can see the logic as he looks a real prospect. It’s not I don’t rate Tomkins and I wish him all the best but for me it makes total sense to give Burke his chance which I hope he takes.
O Bad decision. Our homegrown player. English player. Reliable player. I want him to stay, but if he goes.. good luck Tommo!