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Paul Merson Critical of Both West Ham and Marko Arnautovic After Forward's Transfer Saga Ends

Paul Merson has accused West Ham of being desperate and Marko Arnautovic of having an attitude problem after the forward failed to secure a move away.

The Austrian's transfer saga was one of the most talked about in the January transfer window with Arnautovic revealing his desire to leave the London Stadium - through his agent and brother - and secure a move to Chinese Super League side Shanghai SIPG.

It turned out that the transfer never materialised and instead the forward signed a contract extension with the Hammers, keeping him at the club for a further year until 2023.