Unconventional Training Restriction for West Ham Winger

West Ham United manager Nuno Espírito Santo has implemented a surprising training restriction for recent signing Adama Traore: a ban on lifting weights. The decision, revealed during a press conference on Monday, is aimed at preserving Traore’s naturally powerful physique and mitigating potential injury risks.

Nuno Espírito Santo Explains the Reasoning

Nuno, who previously managed Traore at Wolverhampton Wanderers, explained the rationale behind the unusual decision. He believes Traore’s muscular build is largely genetic and that adding more muscle mass could be detrimental to his game.

It’s incredible, it’s genetic. His genetics have been like this for some time and he should avoid the gym. Nuno Espírito Santo

The manager emphasized that Traore will still participate in preventative gym work, but will refrain from traditional strength training exercises.

I’ve told him to stay out of the gym. It’s one of the things I think you need to realize. He already has enough weight on him. Nuno Espírito Santo

A Contrast in Training Approaches

Nuno contrasted Traore’s situation with that of young defender Airidas Golambeckis, who he believes needs to build muscle mass.

For example, Airidas Golambeckis (an 18-year-vintage defender on the under-21 team) spends hours in the gym. We have to put weight on him! He is the one who needs some muscle. It’s the other way around. Nuno Espírito Santo

Traore’s Early Days at West Ham

Traore, who made 15 appearances for Fulham this season, is yet to produce a Premier League start for West Ham. He was one of five January arrivals for the Hammers, joining Pablo Felipe, Taty Castellanos, Axel Disasi and Keiber Lamadrid.

The 30-year-old winger previously enjoyed a successful spell with Nuno at Wolverhampton between 2018 and 2021.

FAQ

• Why has Adama Traore been banned from lifting weights? Because his manager believes he already possesses sufficient muscle mass and further gains could be detrimental.
• Who is Nuno Espírito Santo? He is the current manager of West Ham United and previously managed Adama Traore at Wolverhampton Wanderers.
• Has Traore started a Premier League game for West Ham yet? No, he has not.