West Ham United’s longest-serving player, Aaron Cresswell, has opened up about his uncertain future at the club, hinting at a possible departure after ten years.
Cresswell joined the Hammers in 2014 from Ipswich Town and has established himself as a club legend at left-back.
He boasts the most Premier League appearances for West Ham (excluding Mark Noble) and has been a reliable presence for a bargain transfer fee of £3.5 million.
Despite his loyalty, Cresswell, now 34, sought a move to Wolverhampton Wanderers last summer but the deal failed to materialise.
West Ham Veteran Cresswell Hints at Exit
Reports suggest this led to a temporary training ground separation from the first team.His name was linked with another transfer in January, but Cresswell saw out the season with the club as his contract expires this summer.
Under the leadership of technical director Tim Steidten, West Ham is expected to prioritise signing younger full-backs in the upcoming transfer window.
While the club often offers one-year extensions to senior players, Cresswell’s situation seems likely to end in departure.
Cresswell acknowledges the uncertainty surrounding his future but expresses his deep affection for West Ham and the time he has spent there. He remains committed to the club and promises to give his all if he stays on as a backup player, while also offering his unwavering support to the team.
Cresswell’s potential exit poses a challenge for West Ham in complying with Premier League squad regulations regarding homegrown players.This factor might influence the club’s transfer strategy as they look to find replacements.
Cresswell’s decade-long journey with West Ham United appears to be approaching its conclusion. With his contract expiring in the summer, the future remains unclear, but his dedication and service to the club are undeniable.
Well said, Simon. Aaron Cresswell has indeed been a very good servant for our club. Over the years he has put in a lot of pin-point crosses from down that left flank and has even scored the occasional goal. His free kicks were pretty good too. I wonder what he will be doing in the next few years? If only he could join Mark Noble or become an Academy coach so that he could remain a Hammer!