West Ham’s coaching staff are reportedly “shocked by the poor condition” of Kalvin Phillips, who has been on loan from Manchester City in matches and training since his arrival in January. He claimed he seemed to be “losing interest in playing in the Premier League”.
Phillips failed to make an impact at Manchester City after arriving from Leeds for £45 million in the summer of 2022, before moving on loan to West Ham in January.
The midfielder made just 31 appearances for the Citizens, losing his place in the England squad due to a lack of game time and poor performances when given the chance.
Pep Guardiola had doubts about his fitness, twice claiming he was overweight, and although he sought solace from David Moyes’ side at the start of the year, things went from bad to worse.
He has started just three games since joining, but in the most recent game against Burnley he was hooked at half-time to set a new career high. Bottom of the table, losing 4-3 to Newcastle When he was brought on with 20 minutes left to strengthen the game against the Hammers at 3-1.
West Ham: “I was surprised by their attitude”
football insider West Ham staff have “spoken privately” that Phillips “seems to have lost interest in playing in the Premier League” (coaches have been surprised by his behavior in training and behind the scenes) ) is claimed.
The newspaper added: “The midfielder has not only performed poorly in matches since joining from Man City in January, but is also said to have been very disappointing in training.” . In fact, West Ham’s coaches are shocked at how bad he is.
Man City: ‘We accept a huge loss’
The same publication claimed earlier this month that Man City ‘ready to accept huge loss’ to let Phillips leave in summer.
The report said: “Phillips’ valuation has now plummeted and Man City are aware they will have to make a ‘huge loss’ to take him off their books this summer, a well-informed source told Football.com. told Insider.
“They had hoped to increase his value with a loan to West Ham, but are now preparing to accept a lower fee in the off-season.”
