I agree Allardyce looked gutted, so maybe it is nothing.
Just putting it out there, and after all, it came from a West Ham fans website so maybe they're clutching at straws.
Its about easing their bruised egos.
Yesterday they were claiming Everton couldn't sign due to their work permit.
That was nonsense. Now this.
Plus the french want to make it look a good deal. When really we pay them a fee to cover his wages.
Simple.