With the January transfer window approaching, West Ham are being linked with several players. However, fans may be in for a surprise, as the club’s war chest appears depleted. Due to PSR constraints, the focus will likely be on loan signings or young, low-cost talent.
There could still be some “wheeling and dealing” reminiscent of Harry Redknapp’s time at the club.
One rumour that holds weight is the link to Airdrie sensations Cole and Dylan Williams.
The 16-year-old midfielders have been earning rave reviews for the Scottish Championship’s academy side. While they’ve been unused substitutes for the first team this season, they are yet to sign professional terms, currently on short-term contracts.
West Ham, along with Celtic, Crystal Palace, Southampton, and Everton, are reportedly tracking the pair.
Should they join the Hammers, they will be integrated into the U-18 setup as players for the future. With the academy recently losing several youngsters to rival clubs, staff are eager to recruit fresh talent to emphasise the development of homegrown players.
So in about 10 years time these kids maybe decent. Why are we bothering with this. We haven’t had a manager who brings the youth through, this guy was allegedly gonna do it but hasn’t. With the greatest respect, how good are they if they have only been unused subs at Airdrie, who aren’t even in the Scottish premier league. As Matt said Irving can’t even get a few minutes play, yet seemed one of the best players pre season.
The next manager must be someone who will actually try and incorporate our youth players. I think Lee Carsley might be worth a look
16 year olds aren’t going to help us through our current crisis and if the unthinkable happened we could lose some more of our own up and coming talent
I watched Scotland last night for the first time in ages and I was very impressed with 19 year old Ben Doak, who is on loan to Middlesborough rom Liverpool.
Ben looks a player tbh!
Not sure young talent will want join us with the current coach. Hasn’t played our 🇧🇷 kid and Lewis Orford doesn’t make the squad.
Irving hardly seen either 🤷♂️