Hull City boss Steve Bruce hailed matchwinner Momo Diame after their 1-0 win over Crystal Palace.
Bruce was left to eulogise about Diame's impact at Hull after the deadline day signing's third goal in four matches helped his side to victory over Crystal Palace.
"I don't think it was the case West Ham didn't want him but I think everybody has to make a decision when there's 10 months left on your contract," said Bruce.
"Will you give him a new contract or are you going to cash in? West Ham obviously cashed in.
"I can understand the situation, when people don't sign a contract for you then sometimes you've got no option, but it's been a benefit to us and we are delighted to have brought him in.
"He's got a right foot, a left foot and now he's scored with a header. He's not quite the complete midfielder but he's big, he's strong, he's athletic, he handles the ball well, he's good in the air, he's got two good feet.
"He's had a really good start so let's hope it continues. He's come here and he's enjoying his football, why wouldn't you when you've got three goals in four games for a new club?"
