West Ham United Move Blocked For 22-Year-Old Forward: Did The Hammers And Nuno Need Him?

Nürnberg reportedly blocked Mohamed Ali Zoma’s move to West Ham United less than two weeks before the transfer deadline, citing an exclusive report from Germany’s BILD. The outlet said West Ham offered up to €20 million, while Marseille tabled a bid just under that figure, and that Zoma wanted the move to London. After scoring in a 4-1 win versus Bielefeld, he reportedly skipped the usual celebration and his form dipped in subsequent matches. Coach Miroslav Klose backed him, calling the reaction human and praising his training work. The article argues West Ham and coach Nuno Espírito Santo would have benefited from Zoma’s acceleration and direct running power, especially against deep-lying defenses.