Frank McAvennie didn’t hold back in his criticism of Kurt Zouma following West Ham’s clash with Arsenal on Saturday, February 11th.
McAvennie singled out Zouma’s role in allowing Leandro Trossard’s goal, the fourth in Arsenal’s 6-0 victory. Instead of closing down the Belgian attacker, Zouma merely extended his leg, providing Trossard with ample space to score effortlessly.
In an exclusive interview with West Ham Zone, McAvennie, the former Hammers striker, expressed his frustration, saying, “Zouma, my God. He puts his leg out. I was like ‘This is stupid.’ He was like a schoolboy v Arsenal.”
McAvennie emphasized that any competent defender would have closed down Trossard to prevent such a goal. Zouma’s inconsistent performances throughout the season have raised concerns, with lapses in concentration evident.
Given Zouma’s struggles, manager David Moyes may contemplate dropping him from the starting lineup until his form improves. Taking a break from the spotlight could provide Zouma with an opportunity to regain focus before a decision is made regarding his future role in the team.
