West Ham fans finally realised a European dream that had escaped them since 1999’s Intertoto Cup triumph by securing sixth place in the Premier League. Although there have been a couple of play off game defeats since then, this is the very first time Hammers have qualified for the group stage of the Europa League. Our rivals have to make do with the Conference League, what a shame Mr Levy.
But what can we expect? Firstly, we can expect our squad to be stretched next season unless we invest and bring in a few new faces. If Jesse Lingard decides to move permanently, how much money will that leave for other players? If there was ever a time for the board to give David Moyes an open chequebook to sign who he wants, this is it. But we all know how realistic that probably is, so we may have to rely on some youngsters next year.
The Europa League odds aren’t out yet for the 2021/22 campaign, but it’ll be interesting to see how the bookies view our chances. It’s undoubtedly going to be worth a few pennies for some fans, that’s for sure. We’re good enough to get out of the group. Beyond that, who knows? A little luck with the draw, and we could find ourselves in a great position. I know, I’m getting ahead of myself as I type this. But we can dream, right?
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We all understand that Europe is going to put a significant strain on the current squad, so who would you want Moyes to bring in to cope with the extra European games and another league push? Lingard is one. Tammy Abraham? Ivan Toney? Abdallah Sima? There are a few rumoured candidates, but it’s important we get one or two strikers in, to begin with. We can’t rely on Michal Antonio’s hamstrings for a whole season.
Let’s be honest, it’s going to be an exciting summer whatever happens. We can first enjoy the Euros first and seeing if Declan Rice can help England to a final. Then we can enjoy a few comings and goings before the 2021/22 season begins. Huge thanks to Fabian Balbuena while we’re on this subject, by the way. He was a good servant and always worked hard for the team.
Many fans thought our chances of Europe were slim after the Everton defeat, and we did ultimately kiss goodbye to Champions League football that day. But we did it. We secured a
Europa League spot after a dreadful campaign the year before. We’re all going on a European tour! Get your passports ready, enjoy the summer, enjoy the transfer activity, and let’s give it our all as fans next season.
Comments
Said it before
This is the 1 chance the dildos have of getting the fans on board,invest in decent players now we have achieved top 6 or sell up!
They spoke about European
They spoke about European football as a main reason for moving to the London Stadium. Its here now and time to see if BSG are as good as Sullivans words.
My list would be the same as Neville, Lingard, Abrahams, Toney (not sure about Sima) and then look for good squad players and even promoting from our youth teams and U21's. We do now have scouts looking into Europe and I would not be surprised to see unknown players arriving similar to Soucek and Coufal to give additional support to our defence and midfield.
Most have seen the £75m quoted as David Moyes transfer fund and unfortunately over half would be spent on Lingard so for me it may not happen but Abrahams and Toney might.
I don't want to be pessimistic about GSB stepping up to the plate and giving Moyes a free run on who he wants to bring in but when every transfer window closes it has been the same old story. "We really tried to bring him in but just could not make a deal"
This is different, we are in Europe and have a great chance with a Manager who has been there before. Moyes was only held up at Everton progressing further in Europe due to no money available and having to sell players (Rooney for one). I just hope we do not have the same scenario at West Ham.
Same page Bondsy!
No more excuses from the dildos,it was the reason that most fans didnt revolt,the promise of top 6,its here so no more f*ck ups
Far more important positions to fill
Than waste money on Lingard. Been a great loanee but move on. He was a panic loan due to an absence of a striker and for a few games it came off. Last 4 or 5 games showed me why Utd aren't massive fans of him. With Benrahma and Lanzini available we don't need him. Want, is a different thing altogether.
Think I'd be inclined to add
Think I'd be inclined to add a couple of tried and tested Eastern Europeans. Sure Soucek knows a few. Would defiantly go for Rico Henry from Brentford for Left Back especially if Swansea beat them on Saturday. Sam Johnstone from WBA to replace Fabianski. Would like to see Lingard added also.
Have a funny feeling if Brentford win the play off Benrahama will be sold back which would a crying shame.
Yeah
That Henry looks quite decent. Not sure why you want to replace Fabianski.
There are no excuses at all
There are no excuses at all,Mr Gold and Sullivan,Europe is here,money where mouth is time.
yes agree
what a great season it was and finished above the arse and spuds love it and agree with all the above suggestions especially Tammy Abrahams he would fit right in and Sam Johnstone would be a good signing also ..looking forward to next season all ready C.O.Y.I up the hammers ......