Manor Solomon Credits Yossi Benayoun's Advice for West Ham Move

Manor Solomon recently completed a notable transfer back to England, signing with West Ham United with the goal of helping the club return to the Premier League. In an interview with the Daily Mail, Solomon revealed the significant influence of former Israeli football star Yossi Benayoun on his decision to join West Ham. Solomon described Benayoun as his childhood idol and a hero of Israeli football, recalling how they once shared a locker room and trained together during a summer football camp.

Solomon admired Benayoun's successful career in England, where he played for top clubs including Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea, and West Ham. Inspired by Benayoun's journey from a small Israeli town to the Premier League, Solomon aspired to follow in his footsteps. When considering his options for his own move, Solomon sought Benayoun's advice, who recommended West Ham as a good fit for him and expressed confidence in Solomon's potential in English football.

Solomon also commented on the intense rivalries among London clubs, including West Ham, Tottenham, Arsenal, and Chelsea, noting he had not fully realized the extent of their animosity. He emphasized the difference between the Championship and the Premier League, praising West Ham as a big club capable of not only returning to the Premier League but also competing for European spots. Solomon expressed optimism that if West Ham continues on the right path, it will remain a strong contender in English football.