The West Ham fans in the Football Transfer Tavern are confident that they will stay up this season…
After a really slow start to the season, the Hammers have begun to find their feet at last – and Slaven Bilic looks like he is turning his season around.
They are a long way from safety, and they could find themselves in the relegation zone before too long – but the feeling amongst the West Ham fans in the Tavern is one of optimism.
In fact, they are so optimistic – they are already looking ahead to the January transfer window. And whilst the Hammers’ focus will likely be on first-team signings; the West Ham punters in the Tavern think that Bilic should start planning for the future.
There are a host of young players that could serve West Ham well as the season reaches its climax – and Slaven Bilic would be wise to chase them.
With that said, it’s time for Bilic to start looking at these 3 boy wonders in January
Leon Bailey
Leon Bailey is an exciting attacking midfielder that could add a bit of explosive brilliance to the West Ham first team.
A winger with electric pace, Bailey currently plays for Genk in Belgium – which has proven to be quite the hub of top talent in recent years.
He has already made an incredible 64 league appearances for Genk since his debut in 2015 – despite being just 19-years-old.
A move to a big club is surely on the cards, but West Ham would be wise to jump in and beat their rivals to the punch.
Ethan Ampadu
Ethan Ampadu is an exciting defensive midfielder that has catching the attention of everyone in the Football Transfer Tavern.
Aged just 16-years-old, Ampadu has been impressing for Exeter as of late – and a big move is inevitable.
He made his first team debut for Exeter aged just 15 – and that is a testament to how impressive he really is.
With Chelsea also reportedly interested, West Ham face a fight to sign him – but what a player he could be.
Otavio
Like Bailey, Otavio is an exciting attacking midfielder – and he would add a real technical edge to the Hammers’ forward line.
At 21-years-old, he is far more match-ready than the other names placed on this list – but his best years still remain ahead of him.
He has been impressing for Porto as of late in the Champions League, and our landlord has been touting him for big things.
A quick, technical and determined midfielder – he is the sort of player that every team needs; and he would be a great option for Bilic.
