**Freddie Potts’ man of the match performance has proven what West Ham fans have been saying for months.**
While the defence has been woeful this season, West Ham’s biggest problem has been their midfield. They’ve provided no cover for the back line, been painfully slow in transition, and have failed to create much.
However, Nuno got it spot on against Newcastle, with one man in particular changing the whole dynamic of the squad.
Freddie Potts was absolutely everywhere in the 3-1 win, providing the sort of performance we haven’t seen since Rice left.
While it’s vital to not put too much pressure on youngsters, the midfielder is exactly what the Hammers have been crying out for. Not only does he do the defensive work, but he’s also comfortable on the ball, can progress the ball forward, and has a good passing range on him.
Although he was robbed of a debut goal, that doesn’t remotely take away from his performance. Bossing a midfield of Tonali, Bruno, and Joelinton is a tough task, but the 22-year-old made it look easy.
The passion and ability he brings could be a major boost in West Ham’s chances of survival.