West Ham Takes a Risky Approach with Unprecedented Measures for Fullkrug

Niclas Fullkrug sustained an injury while on international duty with Germany back in September, initially expected to sideline him for only a few weeks.

However, he remains unavailable for West Ham, and his return date is still uncertain.

Despite this setback, the West Ham management continues to express confidence in Fullkrug and reportedly aims to retain him at the London Stadium.

However, given the circumstances, it’s easy to argue that the investment may have been a misstep.

Many fans voiced doubts at the time of his signing, feeling he was not the right fit for the club’s needs.

A younger, faster striker might have been a better option.

Now, with Fullkrug still unavailable, West Ham has resorted to unconventional methods to address his ongoing injury issues.

According to The Evening Standard, West Ham has turned to “alternative remedies” beyond standard practices to help Fullkrug recover.

While the details of these alternative treatments remain unclear, the approach seems risky, and some believe that traditional methods might be more reliable.

This situation raises serious questions about the initial decision to sign Fullkrug.

Why did Tim Steidten, West Ham’s head of recruitment, think it was wise to invest £27.5 million in a 31-year-old striker with a history of injuries? The decision now appears questionable.

Instead, signing a young, promising talent like Jhon Duran might have been more prudent and could have prevented the current dilemma.

There remains a possibility that Fullkrug could recover and eventually contribute meaningfully to West Ham.

However, the outlook is uncertain, and the effectiveness of the “alternative remedies” remains to be seen.

For now, fans are left wondering whether they’ll ever see the striker at his best for the club, while the team grapples with the repercussions of this high-stakes gamble.