There has been much attention on Nuno Espirito Santo’s poor team selection during West Ham’s last two games.

Make no mistake about it, Nuno’s tinkering has been counterproductive — but it’s worth looking at precisely what he has to work with.

Whether you believe West Ham will appoint a new head of recruitment or Nuno will pick signings, one thing is clear: there’s set to be yet another influence on the Hammers squad.

The team is already a mishmash of conflicting ideas, and when you put it under the microscope, it’s easy to see just how botched the club’s recruitment has been over the past few seasons.

Steidten and Lopetegui are two of at least 10 influences on the current West Ham squad

West Ham’s Recruitment Chaos: Too Many Cooks, No Identity

With influences from numerous managers, agents, three different recruitment chiefs, and David Sullivan himself, it’s hardly surprising that the team has no identity. So, let’s take a look at West Ham’s matchday squad against Leeds — and, to the best of Claret & Hugh’s knowledge, who signed each player.

• Areola: Initially on loan from PSG, likely rubber-stamped by David Moyes

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