A wave of illness has affected more West Ham players ahead of their Carabao Cup quarter-final clash with Liverpool, with a senior source confirming the impact of fatigue on the squad.
As West Ham prepares to face Liverpool, it has been revealed that the team will not be at full strength. This insight comes directly from a top West Ham insider less than eight hours before the match.
Earlier reports indicated that West Ham’s players had expressed concerns about fatigue leading up to the crucial tie at Anfield, following a recent outbreak of a sickness bug that notably affected key individuals during the heavy 5-0 defeat against Fulham.
The latest update confirms that additional players have fallen ill, exacerbating the challenges of fatigue within the squad. The source stated that both illness and fatigue will compromise West Ham’s readiness for the encounter with Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool.
According to the source, “a few” Hammers players are unwell ahead of the match, although the specific individuals facing this setback remain undisclosed. The source added, “Some are tired/worn out,” revealing that the team will not be operating at full capacity.
This development presents a significant setback for West Ham, particularly as they strive for success in the tournament. Concerns among the club’s fans are justified, considering the potential consequences of missing key players, as witnessed in previous instances.
The draw was particularly challenging for Hammers supporters, who have seen their team face so-called “Big Six” sides 19 times in domestic cup competitions since the 2010/11 season.
Should West Ham advance to the semi-final, they would contend against one of Chelsea, Middlesbrough, or Fulham over two legs.
