Joe Cole was one of the most famous names to leave West Ham after our relegation in 2003. An future England star at the time, Cole left for greener pastures and signed for Chelsea. When Hammers' fans heard that he was returning after falling out of favour at Chelsea and experience a disappointing spell at Liverpool, we were delighted in a way and he was welcomed back with open arms. We thought he might have made a bit more an impact though, and after a few good performances he was released again last year.
