Vladimir Coufal doubtful for West Ham v Wolves, Ben Johnson could start
West Ham defender Vladimir Coufal is a doubt for the Premier League clash against Wolves on Sunday (27 February).
According to reports from Claret and Hugh, the 29-year-old has only a 50% chance of playing the match after reporting a flare-up of his groin injury.
In case Coufal misses out, then Ben Johnson is likely to be his replacement.
The 22-year-old versatile full-back has made a big impact this season, but has been overlooked in recent matches.
Johnson must start
After returning from an injury, Coufal has played regularly for the Hammers, managing 22 appearances in the league.
The Czech Republic defender is a top-class player, and back in February, after West Ham’s 3-1 win over Aston Villa, Moyes hailed him as a “fantastic” player [BT Sport 2 via WHZ].
Should he miss the game, surely Moyes must start with Johnson.
Ryan Fredericks was poor against Newcastle United on Saturday (19 February) and surely it would be a tactical disaster if Moyes picks him again.
West Ham must return to winning ways against Wolves who are in terrific form at the moment.
The Hammers, on the other hand, are struggling for form after picking up only one win in their last five league games.
Wolves are just three points behind West Ham, but they have played two games less. After showing so much promise in the first half of the season, it will be an anti-climax if the Hammers crumble down without a proper fight.
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