David Moyes decision made to look stupid at West Ham after international announcement
David Moyes continues to have a lasting impact on West Ham.
Moyes departed West Ham in 2024 after his contract was allowed to run down at the London Stadium.
The Hammers have struggled ever since, with supporters left to reminisce over Moyes’ best moments as West Ham boss.
The Scot oversaw the Conference League title win at West Ham, but was let go by David Sullivan and Co. as supporters demanded he be let go.
That hasn’t paid off for the Irons, but some of Moyes’ poor decisions are continuing to have a negative impact on operations in East London.
David Moyes never should have sold Pablo Fornals at West Ham
Moyes must have been fuming when Julen Lopetegui replaced him, and he went on to be sacked within just months of being hired.
Graham Potter then came in and was also sacked early in his tenure, leaving the wider football world to question why the Everton boss was ever let go.
The claret and blue faithful are left to turn to frustrations surrounding the Scot, as there were negative aspects to his career in East London.
West Ham were in an amazing place when they won the Conference League, but many key members of that squad were eventually let go.
One of the biggest fan favourites was Pablo Fornals as his “West Ham is massive” chant video going down in folklore in E20.
Moyes was part of the decision to let the attacking midfielder leave for less than £7million, in what has proven to be a shocking piece of business for many reasons.
Fornals called up to Spain national team at Real Betis
The 29-year-old was seen as expendable at the London Stadium when he completed a switch to Real Betis in January 2024.
Fornals has gone on to become a regular in LaLiga, featuring in various midfield positions for a side that has been a regular in European competition.
Having made over 68 appearances for the Green and Whites, it is clear that his performances have made a positive impact in his homeland.
Luis de la Fuente has rewarded the Betis star’s performances with a spot in the Spain national team squad for the upcoming international break.
West Ham fans will be delighted for their former player to achieve such a milestone, but it is further evidence of how poor their transfer business has been over the years.
Moyes has to shoulder part of the blame, as his decision to let Fornals go ultimately continues to look like a silly one.
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