Back in the summer it was looking increasingly likely that James Collins would be leaving the club for a second time.
But instead he opted to remain in east London to fight for his place in the team, clearly in the belief that he’s still good enough to compete at the highest level.
And he was right, because his performances recently have led to the club offering him an extended two year contract.
And it couldn’t be more deserved. Collins has been as solid as a rock at the back this season and his form has given the likes of Angelo Ogbonna and Winston Reid something to think about – it’s welcome competition for places.
And the fans are absolutely delighted that Collins will be staying with the club for at least another two years.
Here’s how the reacted to the news on Twitter…
GINGE: James Collins has signed a two-year contract extension! https://t.co/pqoMzxYEzD #WHUFC pic.twitter.com/OdrmOTINpf
— West Ham United (@WestHam) December 24, 2015
Ginge could’ve left in the summer, but he chose to stay and fight for his place. Now he’s earned himself a new deal. What a guy. #COYI
— WestHamWorld.co.uk (@WestHamWorld) December 24, 2015
Absolutely delighted Collins has got a 2 year extension. He is everything I love about West Ham. Proper!! #COYI ⚒⚒
— Daren Game ⚒⚽️🐍🎯 (@DarenGame) December 24, 2015
Good to see James Collins sign new 2 year contract. He was awesome last week, well done ginge #COYI
— Ian Richards (@irichy1975) December 24, 2015
Best early xmas present signing on the ginger pele for another two years @gingecollins19 ⚒⚒⚒
— Ross (@RossWoolward) December 24, 2015
One Ginger Pele! Over the moon he has been given a new deal!
— Conor Maher (@AllaboutthePrem) December 24, 2015
Congratulations to the Ginger Pele on his new West Ham deal. The fella has been a monster for us and has put everything on the line. 👏🏻 ⚒
— Angry Bilic (@AngryBilic) December 24, 2015
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