West Ham United forward Maxwel Cornet could return v Crystal Palace
West Ham United forward Maxwel Cornet could return to the squad to face Crystal Palace, as per Claret and Hugh.
The 26-year-old has been struggling with injuries and his recovery has been delayed. However, he seems fit now to play for the club.
The reliable Hammers insider has also claimed that big-money summer signing Nayef Aguerd could be considered as well for this game.
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Aguerd made his debut for the Hammers in the Europa Conference League game against Silkeborg.
The summer signing is arguably a fantastic defender and David Moyes understandably is very cautious with him.
The Hammers face FSCB on Thursday in the Europa Conference League, which is nothing but a dead rubber.
That game could be perfect to use Aguerd again, but Moyes could be reluctant to break the partnership of Kurt Zouma and Craig Dawson so early.
Cornet, on the other hand, has managed only one league start so far, and a further four have come as a substitute.
The Hammers do have plenty of attacking options and Cornet will have tough competition to get into the side easily. Having said that, he is a class player and he can be a useful asset for the club if he gets going.
West Ham have really struggled away from home this season, but they have done well at the London Stadium this season. So, the Hammers can expect to return to winning ways.