Emerson may never play for West Ham United again amid report from abroad
Emerson may never play under Julen Lopetegui again after a report emerged suggesting he is “not entirely happy” at West Ham.
The Spaniard has had far from the dream start to life with the Hammers, but avoided the sack thanks to a 2-1 win against Wolves last time out.
There appears to be a fractious atmosphere at the London Stadium after Jean-Clair Todibo was involved in an argument at half-time in the 5-2 loss to Arsenal on 30 November [ExWHUEmployee].
This sort of issue could now be set to repeat with Emerson, who could be on his way out of East London in just a few weeks’ time if this latest report is anything to go by.
Emerson may never play under Julen Lopetegui again at West Ham
The Italy international has been a regular for the Irons in recent years, playing a key role in the UEFA Conference League win under David Moyes.
The former Chelsea man has done well to displace Aaron Cresswell and has become the undisputed first-choice left-back for the Hammers.
As a result, it will come as a blow 30-year-old is unsure about his future at the London Stadium after Juventus showed an interest in his signature [JuveLive].
Thiago Motta wants the former Lyon loanee at the Allianz Stadium, which would likely represent an attractive prospect for the Italian.
With just weeks remaining until the January transfer window, Lopetegui could make a point and refuse to play Emerson again.
The Irons need players who want to play and improve the fortunes of the East London club and it doesn’t appear that the left-back would have those interests at heart.
As frustrating as it may be to lose the ex-Roma man, if he wants to leave it could be worth letting him depart for the best of the club.
In other West Ham news, a Manchester United player is ready to quit next month and could be of interest at the London Stadium.
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