Carlos Soler states transfer case in key to Julen Lopetegui resurgence - PSG loanee is really beginning to hit his stride after a slow start, moving above Lucas Paqueta in the midfield pecking order

West Ham still lack an identity under Lopetegui. The 2-0 away victory over Newcastle United was the only game of note where Lopetegui’s tactics impressed. He was rewarded for persisting with full-backs Emerson Palmieri and Wan-Bissaka playing in advanced positions. Tomas Soucek, Lucas Paqueta and Soler impressed as midfield trio.

Julen Lopetegui has endured an awful start to his first season as West Ham boss, with the Hammers just four places outside the Premier League relegation zone ahead of Monday's clash with Wolves