West Ham star Aaron Cresswell has dropped a big hint over his future after reports he could leave the club in the summer window.
It is fair to say it has been a difficult season for long serving left-back Aaron Cresswell and West Ham in the Premier League.
And it is no coincidence that the problems in both full-back areas have been mirrored in the team’s struggles.
Fullback is one of the most important positions in any team. Harry Redknapp used to say ‘you’re only as good as your fullbacks’.
One player who has found himself questioned and criticised this season is vice-captain Cresswell – now in his ninth year at West Ham.
The left-back had become key to the way David Moyes plays with his set-piece delivery and crossing. But he has struggled to hold down a place in the team this season having looked vulnerable defensively in his advancing years.
Where he was once hailed as ‘magic’ some had started labelling Cresswell ‘tragic’. But he – like the team – has bounced back and has stood up to be counted of late.
When Moyes said recently he is going back to playing the players he knows he can trust, Cresswell was definitely among that number.
Deal extended to 2024 but talk abound longserving star could leave after difficult season
It was revealed earlier this season that Cresswell had seen his contract with the Hammers extended until 2024 (6foot2).
Given he turns 34 this December, some have questioned that decision. And there has been talk Cresswell could be allowed to leave in the summer – with a host of others – after the difficult campaign.
Now West Ham star Cresswell has dropped a big hint over his future after reports he could leave the club in the summer window.
West Ham star Aaron Cresswell drops big hint over his future after reports he could leave the club in summer window
Cresswell got an assist in the 4-0 win over Bournemouth to show his delivery is still important to the team.
Now he admits that he is at the back end of his career.
But Cresswell says he still loves it at West Ham. He insists he wants to stay for a 10th year. And he has vowed to continue to give his all whether he is playing or not.
“I’ve had a long time (here), nine years, 10 years come next year,” Cresswell told the club’s official website.
“But look whether I’m playing or not I’ll keep giving everything I’ve got for the club.
“I know I’m getting towards the back end, you could say, of my career. But I’m still enjoying it, still love it down here and as I say I’ll give it everything I’ve got.”