Without wanting to put a downer on all the 'positive' vibes surrounding the club, our alarm bells started to ring loud after David Moyes upbeat yet revealing press conference ahead of Thursday evening's Europa Cup fixture against Rapid Vienna.
Having 'eulogised' Declan Rice for his performances, Moyes was then questioned about his squad availability for the game, worryingly he said "Ryan [Fredericks] not available from the injury (sustained when he fell down the moat at Old Trafford). We've got a bit of doubt about Vladimir Coufal as well. Apart from that, we've got a good feeling about the team, and we'll be ready to go again."
Well it was upbeat, but Hammers are hardly over endowed in the right back position, in fact that is an under statement. Ben Johnson is the only player with first team experience available other than Fredericks and Coufal, if he was to pick up an injury the team would really be in the mire. Perhaps David Moyes might wish to draft in young Harrison Ashby, the Scotts U-21 player has received glowing reviews and would be unlikely to embarrass himself on the main stage.
It may well be worth a try, because as we have previously stated, Thursday's game represents a unique chance for the manager to experiment with his team selection. -LN
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When needs must....It's a
When needs must....It's a great way to gain experience and with some great players to back him up as well...What a fantastic learning curve for the young fella...love an early start, COYI