Flynn Downes wishes success to West Ham in an emotional message

English midfielder Flynn Downes has penned an emotional message to the West Ham fans after his permanent transfer to Southampton. The 25-year-old initially joined Southampton on loan last season and helped them in gaining promotion to the Premier League.

Downes wishes success to West Ham

Thus, Southampton offered £18 million to West Ham to sign Flynn Downes on a permanent basis. Now, Downes has written an emotional message thanking all West Ham fans for their support,

""Well Ironssssss, what can I say. I grew up as a boy dreaming of one day wearing that Claret and Blue shirt. I feel so privileged to have played for this fantastic football club""

- Flynn Downes

The midfielder made 11 appearances in the 2022/23 season, where West Ham won the UEFA Conference League in Prague. Cherishing the iconic season, Downes added,

""To have won a trophy and to be a part of that European journey is truly an honour"."

- Flynn Downes

The Hammers move forward to the next season under Julen Lopetegui. Downes also spent two weeks in Lopetegui's preseason, and the Englishman gave a positive assessment of the Spaniard. The midfielder said,

""You are in good hands"."

- Flynn Downes

Finally, he thanked the Hammers fans for supporting the 25-year-old,

"“I want to thank the fans for always sticking by me and making me feel so welcome as one of their own from day one. Who knows whether our paths will cross again one day but for now, thank you for everything"."

- Flynn Downes

From West Ham's point of view, they can use this money to fund the new signings to prepare a competitive squad for the 2024/25 Premier League.