Potter Has No Choice Now After Stunning Niclas Fullkrug Revelation Emerges

Niclas Fullkrug has been West Ham’s standout performer in the past two matches, and Graham Potter now has no option but to start him consistently.

Potter himself has acknowledged that Fullkrug offers the team the flexibility to adopt a different tactical approach.

The German striker brings qualities the Hammers have sorely lacked this season. He provides a crucial focal point in attack, helping to link play and bring others into the game.

Jean-Clair Todibo has even gone as far as to call Fullkrug a “world-class” forward.

If he can remain fit, the 32-year-old could play a vital role for West Ham over the coming years.

Between now and the end of the season, he must be the team’s first-choice striker.

Evan Ferguson has failed to make an impact, and since he won’t be staying beyond the summer, continuing to play him holds little value.

Fullkrug has shown across the last two games that he is the man to lead West Ham’s front line.

His goal against Bournemouth was a perfect example of what he brings—strength, awareness, and clinical finishing.

The former Borussia Dortmund striker has all the physical tools required to thrive in the Premier League, and now he’s beginning to demonstrate those abilities consistently.

An eye-catching stat from FBREF highlights just how effective Fullkrug has been.

He has registered four shots on target in the Premier League for West Ham—and scored three of them. That’s a remarkable 75% conversion rate.

With numbers like that, Potter has no justification for keeping him out of the starting lineup.

Fullkrug has earned his place and deserves the opportunity to continue leading the line as West Ham push forward.