West Ham United winger Malyk Hamilton has departed the club to sign for Toronto FC. According to recent reports, the Hammers youngster has left the London Stadium after being released by the East London outfit and will now sign for the Major League Soccer side Toronto FC ahead of their new campaign. The Canadian starlet parted ways with the Hammers after spending eight years with the club and some sources are now claiming that David Moyes’ side has decided to release him so that he can return to his home nation and ply his trade in the MLS.
It is believed that West Ham are facing a major redevelopment when the summer transfer window opens at the end of the season and plans to overhaul their squad which will help them improve on their league performance next season. While there is a lot of focus surrounding their senior team, the club is trying to reshape their developmental squads as well in the hope of a bigger and brighter future.
It has been confirmed by the Football Association’s official website that the 18-year-old winger has been released by the Hammers. His move back to Canada could turn out to a beneficial move for all parties. West Ham can now continue with their plans on reshaping their academy while the player could flourish from playing football in the MLS.
West Ham United are currently struggling in the Premier League and find themselves in the 17th position with just 8 league games remaining in this campaign. The Hammers are in dire need of some positive results in the coming weeks following a disappointing 3-0 home defeat versus Burnley at the London Stadium earlier this month. It seems highly likely that they will be dragged into a relegation dogfight going into the final stretch of the season.
The departure of Hamilton would not have an impact on their senior team but it could leave a hole in their youth squad unless they bring in a suitable replacement in the summer. The Canadian prospect is highly versatile and can operate on either flank which makes him a perfect fit for Toronto FC. He has featured in 8 matches for West Ham United in the Under-18 Premier League this season and has one assist to his name.
It remains to be seen what lies ahead in the future of Hamilton and whether the Hammers’ decision to release him was the correct move or another missed opportunity.
