Alphonse Areola
WHUFrance
Right
Feb 27, 1993
33
6'5"
207 lb
GK
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Makes bench for Wolves clash
Areola (calf) has recovered sufficiently to make the bench for Friday's clash against Wolves, the club posted.
Analysis: Areola had been a concern after picking up a calf issue in the dying moments of last Sunday's FA Cup loss to Leeds United, but his inclusion in the matchday squad is an encouraging sign that the damage was not serious. The Frenchman figures to remain in his backup role behind Mads Hermansen rather than challenging for the starting spot, but his presence on the bench gives West Ham United a more experienced option in reserve heading into the final stretch of the season.
Should be available against Wolves
Areola (calf) should be available for Friday's clash against Wolverhampton, according to Nuno Espirito Santo. "A few of our players are recovering after Sunday, because it was a tough game, that went to extra-time, but it mainly was just fatigue, so we're positive."
Analysis: Areola should be available for Friday's clash against Wolverhampton after recovering from fatigue, having exited just before the penalty shootout in Sunday's FA Cup match against Leeds. The goalkeeper remains a backup option behind Mads Hermansen, so his return is unlikely to affect the starting XI, with Finlay Herrick expected to stay third in the pecking order.
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