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Byram And The Henry Factor

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Submitted by nevillenixon on Tue, 19/01/2016 - 11:15

As the news broke of West Ham United's potential signing of the Thurrock born 22 year old right back Sam Byram from Leeds United, senior members of the Everton hierarchy will have been reaching for their hip flasks in order to numb the reality that they are facing since the departure of main scout Tony Henry to West Ham United. The Byram Leeds to Everton deal was all done and dusted, but local influence AND Tony Henry put an end to all that! Since Henry's arrival at the Boleyn, the club's recruitment policy can only be described as stratospheric compared with the previous Allardyce ,and his scout Martin Glover, ruled policy. Players like Dimitri Payet would definitely have been on Everton's shopping list, as was Byram, but Tony Henry has gravitas when it comes to player recruitment, he is a friend and associate of super agent Jorge Mendes, who among others represents Ronaldo, Falcao and Di Maria. We are not suggesting that players of that calibre will be rocking up at the Olympic stadium, but Mendes' closeness with all the top teams in Europe means that Hammers have access, and will gain even more access, to a stream of young players on the books of the larger clubs. One of the reasons Everton did so well last season, and why they are doing quite well this season is as a result of the players that Henry helped bring to the club.
Byram has cost West Ham United a paltry (at least in this day and age) £3.75 Million, and will be loaned back to Leeds United for the rest of the season, his signing virtually confirms the departure, back to his Parent club Arsenal ,of Carl Jenkinson at the end of the season. - Ed

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asheshammer's picture

He could have done good business with us, but too late now. Another excellent bit of work from the West Ham scouting and signing team. Not to mention the board, who run a tight ship, make shrewd decisions and have done well by the club. Here's to Byram; may he turn out well.

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Dartford Bhoy's picture

this says to me that we are a bigger club than Everton if we pull it off. The lure of playing with quality players, that are not up for sale, together with the move to the Olympic Park can not be underestimated! The news last night or speculation that the Norwegian Wizz Kid at Real Madrid could come on loan and even mention of Tevez coming home says a lot about the club we are becoming. Hold on to your seats Hammers, its going to be a roller coaster ride... COYI's!!!!

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Sulli confirmed the deal is in place for byram and expects it to be sealed in 24 hours. Does anyone know if he is cup tied?

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andycarrollstyle's picture

Its official! He has now signed on a 4 year deal! Looking forward to seeing him and Cresswell start next season1

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moore 6 legend's picture

We've got Byram
Sam Byram
I just don't think you understand
He's rejected Everton
To replace Jenkinson
We've got Sam Byram!

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