Report: Potter’s transfer budget could get a boost as club shows strong interest in £17m West Ham flop.

Graham Potter is reportedly planning a significant squad revamp during the off-season.

However, financial constraints at West Ham mean he will need to be resourceful in his recruitment efforts.

While the squad at the London Stadium is relatively strong, Potter knows he must strengthen multiple positions.

Equally important will be offloading underperforming players to free up funds for new signings. Fortunately for him, one such departure could be a straightforward process.

Club eager to sign West Ham flop Maxwel Cornet

Maxwel Cornet, who joined West Ham for £17 million from Burnley in the summer of 2022, has been a major disappointment.

The 28-year-old was recalled in January after an underwhelming loan spell at Southampton but was immediately sent out again, this time to Genoa.

Surprisingly, Cornet has thrived in Italy, contributing one goal and one assist in just four games (Transfermarkt).

Now, reports from CalcioGenoa suggest that Genoa could sign him permanently this summer.

However, an alternative option may see Patrick Vieira extend his stay at Luigi Ferraris on another loan deal.

Patrick Vieira’s comments on Maxwel Cornet will shock West Ham fans

Cornet’s poor performances at West Ham left fans frustrated, making Vieira’s assessment of him particularly surprising.

The Genoa manager recently spoke to reporters and praised the Ivorian’s impact:

“He brought quality and energy. We have things we need to work on, but he’s a quality player.”

For West Ham supporters, this statement may seem baffling. Quality and energy were precisely what Cornet failed to deliver in the Premier League.

Many would argue that he ranks among the club’s worst signings in the past decade.

While he may have found a system that suits him better in Serie A, it’s clear that Cornet was never the right fit for West Ham.

His lack of physicality and inconsistency prevented him from succeeding in English football.

Despite his struggles in the Premier League, if Genoa or another club are willing to take him permanently, it would be a win for both the player and West Ham.

Ultimately, Cornet’s potential departure could help Potter free up valuable resources for his much-needed squad overhaul.