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Graham Potter decision slammed after West Ham v Crystal Palace moment. Graham Potter selecting both Edson Alvarez and Guido Rodriguez in West Ham United’s midfield against Crystal Palace left Rob Green in disbelief. Speaking on beIN SPORTS xtra 2 (18 January, 3:33pm), Green was wondering “what the point” of picking both defensive-minded midfielders in the starting line-up was in the Irons’ 2-0 defeat. After playmaker Carlos Soler was benched for Saturday’s match at the London Stadium, Green slammed Alvarez and Rodriguez’s lack of forward movement as the Hammers offered next to nothing in attack. He said: “See Edson Alvarez and…

West Ham fans ‘not happy’ by ‘shock Graham Potter call’ v Crystal Palace. West Ham fans won’t be happy with Graham Potter’s defensive structure against Crystal Palace, Michael Dawson says. The Sky Sports pundit was “surprised” that the Hammers started five defenders against the Eagles at the London Stadium on Saturday (18 January), with the scoreline 0-0 at the break. Aaron Cresswell replaced Carlos Soler in the starting lineup, and Oliver Glasner’s team controlled the game in the first half. Speaking on Sky Sports News (18 January, 15:12), Dawson said: “I’m really surprised the way West Ham have set up…

Fabrizio Romano: West Ham Star Told he can Leave in January. West Ham United boss Graham Potter could oversee the departure of forgotten winger Luis Guilherme in the summer, according to Fabrizio Romano – with the winger having fielded interest from the Saudi Pro League. Guilherme, 18, was one of Julen Lopetegui’s first signings as boss, and whilst that didn’t work out, his spell under Potter could be crucial to his future. However, his real lack of minutes in the first half of the season means that other clubs have taken an interest – and that could see the youngster…

Confirmed West Ham starting XI vs Crystal Palace. West Ham United play host to Crystal Palace in the Premier League this afternoon, and Graham Potter has named his starting XI for the game. Since Graham Potter arrived at the London Stadium nine days ago, the West Ham players have made big improvements. Their performances have been far more intense, aggressive, cohesive and there have actually been discernible patterns of play on display! The Hammers players have already really bought into Potter’s methods. West Ham are looking to make it back-to-back Premier League wins for the first time this season, when…

West Ham transfers: New Andre Silva breakthrough emerges. RB Leipzig striker Andre Silva wants to join West Ham on loan, amid interest from Leicester, according to Jack Rosser. The Sun journalist reported on 18 January that a loan move to the Premier League is of interest to the Portugal international. The Hammers are eyeing a new forward in January due to injuries to Niclas Fullkrug and Michail Antonio. Via X, Rosser wrote: “Leicester interested in West Ham target Andre Silva. Silva wants loan move to Premier League and hopeful of joining West Ham but there are some doubts over lack…

West Ham United transfer news: Dharmesh Sheth issues Maxwel Cornet twist. West Ham attacker Maxwel Cornet will be joining Genoa on loan in January, according to Dharmesh Sheth. The Sky Sports journalist reported on 18 January that the 28-year-old Ivorian is set to have his medical at the Serie A outfit. The Hammers terminated his loan at Southampton in order for him to get game time this season. Via X, Sheth wrote: “West Ham forward Maxwel Cornet to have medical with Genoa after clubs agreed loan deal. Cornet was on loan at Southampton – not played since October. Loan termination…

Club reach agreement with West Ham for player overnight – Ditching loan to head elsewhere. West Ham United have reached an agreement with Genoa for Maxwel Cornet to head there this month. That’s according to Gianluca di Marzio, who reports that the winger will be heading to Italy after ditching a loan spell at Southampton. According to his information Genoa have an agreement with West Ham for Cornet. He says this agreement was struck overnight. That is the extent of the information he provides at this time. Cornet had been spending the season on loan at Southampton. He joined the…

‘Covering over the cracks’ – Paul Merson makes stunning 4-goal West Ham vs Crystal Palace prediction. West Ham United play host to Crystal Palace in the Premier League this afternoon, and Paul Merson has made his prediction for the match. Graham Potter took charge of West Ham nine days ago, and the 49-year-old has already improved us massively as a team. The players have clearly bought into Potter’s methods, and there is real positivity emanating from the London Stadium now. Quite the contrast from just a couple of weeks ago, that’s for sure! That feel-good factor will increase even further…

Callum Olusesi could become the latest teenager to make his debut for Tottenham this season at Goodison Park on Sunday. Ange Postecoglou is in desperate need of three points in the Premier League against Everton on 19 January, with the Australian expected to be sacked if his side fail to claim victory on Merseyside. Therefore, the 59-year-old would have no doubt been delighted to reveal [via Football London, 17 January] that one of his injured defenders is in line to return against the Toffees, which boosts Spurs’ chances of victory. However, as is so often the case in North London,…

West Ham have received huge encouragement in their bid to sign a striker but Arsenal could wreck their chances. It’s no secret that London rivals West Ham and Arsenal are both on the hunt for a new forward in the January transfer window. Many fans and observers of the Hammers and Gunners felt both clubs dropped the ball but not signing an additional striker in the summer window. Now long-term injuries are proving that criticism correct. Arsenal have lost Gabriel Jesus to an ACL injury and Bukayo Saka for two to three months as well. Meanwhile West Ham have lost…