3 reasons why West Ham signed Niclas Fullkrug as new centre forward
- West Ham have completed the signing of Borussia Dortmund star Niclas Fullkrug.
- Three reasons why West Ham decided to sign Fullkrug over other options.
2. Michail Antonio replacement
Ever since arriving from Nottingham Forest in the summer of 2015, Michail Antonio has been the reliable number nine for West Ham scoring 82 goals over nine seasons and played a key role in the Hammers UEFA Conference League triumph in 2023. West Ham have tried bringing in a new striker to partner Antonio however, top signings like Sebastien Haller and Gianluca Scamacca couldn't justify their hefty transfer fee with their performances.
Next. West Ham complete the signing of Borussia Dortmund star Niclas Fullkrug. West Ham complete the signing of Borussia Dortmund star Niclas Fullkrug. dark
Now, Antonio is 33-years-old and largely struggled for form and fitness last season. Thus, the club needed to find a great replacement for Antonio and by signing Niclas Fullkrug West Ham have strengthened their number nine position.