West Ham predicted XI vs Everton – Graham Potter axes summer signing in brutal move
West Ham take on Everton on Monday night at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Graham Potter’s side were well beaten as West Ham lost 2-1 to their London rivals Crystal Palace last weekend.
The Hammers will be looking to bounce back against David Moyes’ Everton, who have enjoyed a solid start to the season, with two wins, one draw, and a defeat in their opening five Premier League fixtures.
However, with the pressure continuing to mount on Potter, and Nuno Espirito Santos linked with West Ham, the Irons need a win.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka to return for West Ham
Aaron Wan-Bissaka was ruled out by Potter with a stomach issue for the defeat to Palace.
The defender could replace Kyle Walker-Peters, who has been part of a struggling defence in recent games and faces being axed despite arriving in the summer.
Tomas Soucek will remain unavailable after he was sent off against Spurs, and after a poor showing in midfield against the Eagles, Guido Rodriguez could be given a rare return to action.
Mateus Fernandes was hooked off in the defeat last weekend, and Potter could mix it up in a midfield that has been far too open.
Crysencio Summerville could keep his place on the left-hand side as he continues to build his way back to full fitness.
The winger again looked promising, and the Hammers’ left-hand side is currently one of their only attacking outlets.
With Niclas Fullkrug also returning from an injury, he could be set to start, having been resigned to a place on the bench against Crystal Palace.
James Ward-Prowse to be given last chance by Graham Potter
James Ward-Prowse has had criticism directed at him by West Ham fans.
The midfielder has so far shown a lack of energy and leadership at a time when the Hammers need it more.
Potter doesn’t appear keen to give Soungoutou Magassa a run-out, and seems ready to die on his sword when it comes to picking Ward-Prowse.
The likes of Freddie Potts and George Earthy have yet to be repaid for turning down Championship loans to fight for their place in East London and will feel hard done by.
With the potential for Potter to be sacked should the Irons lose to Everton, Ward-Prowse will no doubt have to put his case forward for a starting place under a new manager.
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