David Moyes’ impact at West Ham extends beyond the rhetoric. Within his tenure, the club secured their first trophy in 43 years, consistently positioned the first-team players in the upper echelons of the Premier League, and reached a Europa League semi-final. While the credit for signings like Mo Kudus and Edson Alvarez may be debated, Moyes plays the pivotal role in amalgamating them into a formidable team.
Currently residing at sixth in the English top-flight, West Ham, if astute in the ongoing transfer window, could contend for Champions League spots by season’s close. The clock is ticking with just over a week remaining in the January window, reminiscent of the summer when late signings shaped the squad.
The potential acquisition of Kalvin Phillips, reportedly close according to the Daily Mail, holds promise. Priced at £45m (Sky Sports), Phillips aims to rejuvenate his career before the European Championship—a move that appears mutually beneficial for both player and club.