West Ham Niclas Fullkrug
(Credit: Imago)
Declan Carr
Sat 12 July 2025 17:40, UK
Niclas Fullkrug endured a miserable campaign in his debut season at West Ham.
The German forward notched just three goals in 18 appearances in the Premier League after his £27million move last summer.
The 32-year-old suffered with injuries throughout the campaign, and the Hammers are reportedly considering selling him after just one season at the London Stadium.
West Ham Niclas Fullkrug stats
Fullkrug’s stats in the league last season. (Credit: Imago)
Fullkrug reacts as Cresswell announces new club
Aaron Cresswell left West Ham at the end of the season after over a decade and 369 appearances for the Claret and Blues.
He has now joined Championship outfit Stoke City on a free transfer and took to Instagram (11 July) to confirm the switch.
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He said: “Delighted to be here!
“Looking forward to meeting up with the lads in Spain tomorrow.
“Motivated for a strong season ahead – see you soon Potters.”
Several of his former Hammers’ teammates liked the post, including Fullkrug, Jarrod Bowen and Edson Alvarez.
Meanwhile, ex-Irons star Declan Rice commented “what a guy” with a lovestruck eyes emoji.
West Ham needs to replace Cresswell’s influence
Cresswell was a huge figure in the dressing room and will need to be replaced by Graham Potter and Co, if they are to have any chance of succeeding next season.
The Liverpool-born star signed for the E20 outfit in 2014 and helped them to win the UEFA Europa Conference League in 2023.
His role had been reduced in recent seasons, and he made just 16 appearances last season, but his impact off the pitch in terms of leadership and character cannot be measured.
He was a great role model for upcoming talents, especially Ollie Scarles, who plays at left-back like Cresswell did for the majority of his time in East London.
The departure of older, influential players like the 35-year-old, Lukasz Fabianski, Vladimir Coufal and Danny Ings are necessary if the club is to evolve, but they need to ensure that there is enough experience left behind after their departures.
The Hammers need defensive reinforcements this summer and getting an older player in would be wise, somebody like Joe Gomez, could help steady the ship and bring vital knowledge to the backline.
There is a fine balance between youth and experience and the Irons cannot afford to get it wrong ahead of the new campaign.
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