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West Ham Struggles Continue as Chelsea Clash Looms
20 Aug
Summary
- West Ham lost 3-1 to Sunderland, leaving manager David Potter concerned
- Captain Jarrod Bowen urges team to improve performance against Chelsea
- Potter looking to strengthen squad before transfer window closes
As West Ham prepare to host Chelsea on Friday, the club is facing a challenging start to the new season. Just days after their 3-1 defeat to Sunderland, manager David Potter is seeking a response from his players.
The loss on Wearside has left Potter concerned about the lack of leadership in his squad. However, he has seen captain Jarrod Bowen step up, with the England international urging his teammates to produce a better performance against the Club World Cup champions.
West Ham's struggles have continued since Potter's appointment in January, with the team winning just five of their 19 league games under his tenure. The slow start to the transfer window, including the departure of midfielder Mohammed Kudus to rivals Tottenham Hotspur, has only added to the frustration among supporters.
Despite the setback, Potter retains the full support of the West Ham hierarchy. Vice-chair Karren Brady has defended the manager, stating that the club is not one to panic about its managers and will continue to back Potter.
In the remaining 13 days of the summer window, Potter is expected to bolster his squad further. The club has already made several signings, including Diouf from Slavia Prague and Hermansen from Leicester City, but the manager is still seeking additional reinforcements, particularly in midfield and defense.
With a challenging run of fixtures on the horizon, including matches against Chelsea, Tottenham, and Arsenal, West Ham will need to quickly turn their fortunes around if they are to avoid a repeat of their slow start to the 2022-23 season.
