“Forgotten Star Set to Return as Lopetegui Makes Key Change – Predicted West Ham XI vs Bournemouth”

West Ham United secured a 2-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers in their last match, easing pressure on manager Julen Lopetegui.

The Hammers opened the scoring early in the second half through Tomas Soucek, but Matt Doherty equalized for Wolves shortly after.

However, West Ham had the final say as Jarrod Bowen netted the decisive goal in the 72nd minute, ensuring all three points.

Lopetegui will aim to build on this result as his side travels to the South Coast to face Bournemouth on Monday night.

However, the task won’t be easy, as the Cherries head into the match on the back of three consecutive Premier League wins.

Predicted West Ham XI vs Bournemouth

Lukasz Fabianski, who performed well against Wolves, is likely to retain his place in goal, with Alphonse Areola remaining on the bench.

Emerson Palmieri is unavailable due to suspension after receiving his fifth yellow card of the season.

Aaron Cresswell, who has yet to start a Premier League game this season, is expected to step in at left-back.

Konstantinos Mavropanos impressed in the previous outing and should earn another start in central defense.

In midfield, Lopetegui will likely stick with Edson Alvarez and Tomas Soucek.

Soucek was instrumental in the win over Wolves, while Alvarez needs to improve his performance after a sluggish display in possession.

Lucas Paqueta is expected to remain on the bench, with Carlos Soler continuing in the attacking midfield role.

Crysencio Summerville and Mohammed Kudus are set to start on the flanks, while Jarrod Bowen will lead the attack against Bournemouth.

Predicted West Ham XI vs Bournemouth:

Fabianski; Wan-Bissaka, Mavropanos, Kilman, Cresswell; Soucek, Alvarez; Kudus, Soler, Summerville; Bowen