Manor Solomon returned to action for Israel on Sunday night, offering West Ham an encouraging sign after reports of illness and back discomfort.
The winger replaced Liel Abada in the 71st minute of Israel’s 1-1 Nations League draw with the Republic of Ireland in Serbia.
His appearance is a meaningful development after he reportedly missed the final training session before the match. Rather than remaining an unused substitute, Solomon was able to take part in the closing stages.
Manor Solomon returns before West Ham face QPR
FotMob’s match record confirms the substitution, which came with the scores already level following goals from Troy Parrott and Dor Peretz.
Israeli outlet Walla had reported before the game that illness left Solomon’s availability uncertain. Earlier reporting also raised a separate back complaint.
The appearance does not establish that both issues have fully cleared, but it confirms he was available to play for Israel on Sunday.
That is a more encouraging position for Nuno Espírito Santo than the uncertainty surrounding the winger before kick-off.
West Ham host QPR on Friday as their Championship campaign resumes following the international break.
Solomon’s involvement gives supporters a positive development to follow, while his readiness to start for West Ham remains a separate selection question.
Our West Ham versus QPR team-news guide brings together the latest availability information ahead of the London Stadium fixture.
For now, the confirmed news is straightforward: Solomon finished the international window back on the pitch, rather than watching the entire final match from the bench.
