“SHOCKING West Ham SHAKE-UP: Potter to BRUTALLY AXE Star Player in EXPLOSIVE Attacking Overhaul for Tottenham CLASH!”
West Ham United set to host Tottenham on Sunday, with Niclas Fullkrug in line for a possible return to the starting XI.
The London Stadium will host Tottenham Hotspur on 4 May, as both West Ham and Spurs aim to close their campaigns on a positive note following inconsistent spells.
Graham Potter’s West Ham side currently sit 17th in the Premier League, while Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham are only one point ahead, highlighting the struggles faced by both teams this season.
The Hammers suffered a 3-2 defeat at Brighton on 26 April, a result that will likely prompt changes from Potter ahead of Saturday’s London derby.
Ward-Prowse dropped for West Ham v Spurs
James Ward-Prowse endured a difficult outing at the Amex, leading to his withdrawal at half-time for striker Niclas Füllkrug.
Given Füllkrug’s recent form, he is expected to start ahead of the midfielder this weekend.
Although Ward-Prowse has been a consistent feature in Potter’s setup, his impact has waned in recent weeks, potentially forcing the manager to rethink his midfield composition.
Bowen and Kudus key to West Ham’s threat
Jarrod Bowen continues to attract interest amid speculation about a summer exit, having been a standout performer in an otherwise disappointing season for West Ham.
Similarly, Mohammed Kudus has emerged as a major attacking threat and could also be on the radar of top clubs heading into the transfer window.
For the clash against Spurs, Bowen and Kudus will be vital in supporting Füllkrug in attack.
Both players possess the pace and skill to exploit Tottenham’s high defensive line under Postecoglou and could be decisive in counter-attacking situations.
Füllkrug, if given the nod, can play an important role as a target man—holding up the ball and bringing Bowen and Kudus into play with well-timed link-ups.
While Lucas Paquetá and Tomas Soucek may not provide the most solid midfield pairing, a tactical shift could help.
Bowen and Kudus dropping slightly deeper and playing narrower could add balance, especially with Emerson and Aaron Wan-Bissaka offering width and overlapping runs down the flanks.
With pressure mounting on Potter, a cohesive performance and a well-thought-out game plan will be crucial as West Ham seeka vital win at home.
