First came the managerial appointment of head coach Julen Lopetegui in May. The Spaniard replaced David Moyes, who was previously at the helm for four and a half years. It was a bold decision from the board and one which still polarises opinion, but they felt it was a risk worth taking, and only time will tell if they will rue that decision.

Michail Antonio sent a message to fans after being discharged from the hospital as he continues his recovery following a car crash in early December.

West Ham United striker Michail Antonio has been discharged from the hospital and will now continue his recovery at home following a serious road traffic accident earlier this month, The Telegraph

West Ham United forward Michail Antonio has been discharged from hospital following a car crash that left him requiring surgery. Antonio, 34, was involved in the accident on December 7 with the club revealing he underwent surgery on a lower limb fracture a day later.

West Ham United footballer Michail Antonio says he is grateful to be alive after a horror crash in Essex left him severely injured in hospital. The Premier League footballer has spent several weeks receiving treatment after a crash near Theydon Bois.