At the start of the season, many journalists and pundits backed West Ham as strong contenders for European qualification. Some, including Jamie Carragher and Clinton Morrison, even saw them as dark horses for a Champions League spot.
In contrast, Nottingham Forest were widely tipped to struggle against relegation.
Fast forward to the final stretch of the campaign, and it’s Nuno Espirito Santo’s exciting Forest side that is pushing for a Champions League place while also reaching an FA Cup semi-final.
West Ham and Nottingham Forest Experience Role Reversal
West Ham, although never in a relegation battle, currently sit in a disappointing 16th place—far below expectations, especially after a £155 million summer spending spree.
That underperformance cost Julen Lopetegui his job, leading to Graham Potter’s appointment as manager. Upon taking charge in January, Potter admitted he was surprised by some of the issues he uncovered at the club.
Now, a West Ham player who left Potter puzzled has made a surprising revelation regarding a move to Nottingham Forest.
Ward-Prowse’s Loan Move Continues to Raise Questions
One of Lopetegui’s most debated decisions last summer has been thrust back into the spotlight following Potter’s arrival. The new West Ham boss expressed his confusion over why Lopetegui allowed James Ward-Prowse to leave for Nottingham Forest on deadline day.
The late-window move, which saw Ward-Prowse join Forest on a season-long loan, was a hot topic among fans and pundits. Despite the midfielder contributing 18 goal involvements in his first season, Lopetegui’s decision to send him away remains a controversial one.
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