Liverpool’s five-star display heaps more pressure on wobbling West Ham

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West Ham United suffered a heavy defeat at Anfield as Liverpool secured a resounding victory, further intensifying the pressure on the East London club. While the winning margin was substantial, the result highlighted a significant disparity between the two sides both on the pitch and in their financial accounts. Following reports of record annual revenues for the Merseyside club, the Hammers recently disclosed a deficit exceeding £104.2 million. This fiscal outlook suggests that West Ham will be compelled to offload key squad members during the summer transfer window, a necessity that remains regardless of the team's ability to avoid relegation.