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West Ham's Coach Bans Traoré from Weightlifting for Adaptation

3/3/2026

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West Ham United head coach Nuno Espirito Santo has banned Adama Traoré from lifting weights at the training ground.
Nuno Espirito Santo described Adama Traoré's muscular build as "incredible."
Traoré joined West Ham United from Fulham and has 15 appearances this season, yet he has not started a Premier League game.
Nuno Espirito Santo says Traoré's skills and pace will benefit the team, and stresses patience as he adapts to the squad.

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West Ham United head coach Nuno Espirito Santo has banned Adama Traoré from lifting weights at the training ground.
Nuno Espirito Santo described Adama Traoré's muscular build as "incredible."
Traoré joined West Ham United from Fulham and has 15 appearances this season, yet he has not started a Premier League game.
Nuno Espirito Santo says Traoré's skills and pace will benefit the team, and stresses patience as he adapts to the squad.