West Ham United fans here in the Tavern are fearing for their Premier League future after suffering a fair few blows of late. Indeed, while David Moyes did well to settle the ship early on, things are never easy in east London.
The Hammers have suffered from one of their most painful seasons since returning to the Premier League, with Moyes doing his best to avoid relegation to the Championship. Although, life is seemingly always complicated for West Ham and it’s hard to know what you’re going to get.
However, there has been a few happy memories for the West Ham United faithful in the current campaign, after witnessing moments of magic from some of the club’s heroes. Indeed, beating London rivals Chelsea in the Premier League has been a fond memory for our locals this season, but the lack of quality being displayed against the weaker sides is still a major worry for the Moyes.
So, with the Hammers setting their sights on securing another season in the Premier League, a couple of the club’s elite will be looking to spearhead a survival bid in the English capital. Therefore, here’s a look at TWO West Ham United stars that have really impressed so far this season…
Marko Arnautovic
The former Stoke City attacker had a torrid time of things towards the beginning of the season, but suddenly silenced his critics with a run of seven goals in nine appearances for the Hammers.
Indeed, the Austrian was looking like a £25 million flop before he began to grind out performances at West Ham United, but the 28-year-old has now established himself as one of the club’s stars.
Therefore, Marko Arnautovic will be crucial to the Hammers in their bid for Premier League survival, as the club’s joint top scorer and an influential playmaker in the final third.
Declan Rice
Declan Rice is one of the most exciting prospects in English football having established himself as a regular first-team member at West Ham United, with performances of the highest order being delivered by the 19-year-old on a consistent basis.
Indeed, the central defender has looked like one of the senior members at times throughout this season, as a rise in his maturity levels has developed him into one of the most impressive teenagers in the game.
Nevertheless, the ability and consistency that the defender has displayed thus far could prove vital in the run in until the end of the season, with the Hammers’ defensive frailties halting their progress in recent matches.
