Maxwel Cornet will be like a new signing for West Ham United when he makes his long-awaited return to action for the club, after what has been a grim January transfer window.
The 26-year-old winger joined the Hammers from Burnley in the summer transfer window for around £17.5 million (Sky Sports).
He is on around £64k-a-week at West Ham (Salary Sport).
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Cornet’s career at the London Stadium has never really got off the ground though, with a problematic calf injury keeping him out of action for West Ham since October.
The Ivory Coast international’s absence has sort of been forgot about, as West Ham continue to struggle with a lack of options in the wide attacking areas.
But recently it was suggested that Cornet is closing in on a return to action for the Hammers. And the ex-Burnley man being available for selection again could not come at a better time…
Maxwel Cornet return could ease pain after grim West Ham January window
The 26-year-old has pace and power in abundance, and his direct playing style will make a huge difference for the Hammers during the second half of the season.
He showed what he is capable of with a brilliant piece of finishing during our defeat to Chelsea back in September, only for the goal to be ruled out.
I feel like Cornet’s return to action will also help get the best out of Gianluca Scamacca.
Cornet’s return will mean increased competition for Jarrod Bowen, Said Benrahma and Pablo Fornals in the attacking wide positions.
Let’s have it right, the pacy winger will be like a new signing for us. The January window was a really grim one for the West Ham fans.
Having Cornet back and available for selection again will undoubtedly be a big boost though.
There are plenty of negative vibes going around at the moment, but when Cornet returns to the match-day squad, it will certainly be a timely positive bit of news for everyone involved with the club.
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