Said Benrahma has made an inconspicuous start to life at West Ham United.
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If David Moyes makes a bold call this afternoon, however, the 25-year-old might just be able to kick-start his Hammers career.
West Ham travel to St James’ Park to take on Newcastle United in the 12:30 kick-off today.
A win is absolutely vital as we look to cement our place inside the top four.
And with Everton and Tottenham having drawn last night, there will be no greater incentive for the West Ham players to go out and secure all three points this afternoon.
David Moyes will have somewhat of a selection dilemma on his hands, however.
If Aaron Cresswell is in fact out injured, the Scot has two options. He can stick with a back five, bringing Fabian Balbuena in to deputise for the 31-year-old.
Or Moyes could opt to switch to play with a back four, slotting Arthur Masuaku back into the left-back role.
That would then free up a space for another attack-minded player. Enter Benrahma.
The Algerian has the kind of quality that the Hammers fans love.
Said Benrahma could spark West Ham career into life with bold David Moyes decision
We think the 25-year-old winger should start today’s game. Let’s take the match to Newcastle.
The former Brentford ace could start out on the right wing, with Pablo Fornals on the left and Jesse Lingard in the number 10 role.
Benrahma, who earns around £60k-a-week (Daily Mail) seems to have struggled for confidence of late. Moyes placing his trust in the 25-year-old today could be a masterstroke, however.
The talented winger would surely get a boost knowing that the Scot has faith in him for such an important game.
We all need to be patient with Said. It’s obvious to see just how much talent he has.
And if David Moyes makes the call to start him against Newcastle today, it might just be what Benrahma needs to make his mark at West Ham.
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