West Ham United manager Graham Potter hinted that he didn’t feel fully supported by the club’s owners in the summer, which might have affected the signing of Jean Clair Todibo. Todibo’s performances have been questionable, and Potter didn’t even include him in the matchday squad for the Spurs clash. This raises doubts about the recruitment process and whether the £35m spent on Todibo was justified.
Todibo’s Struggles
Todibo has failed to replicate his impressive performances in Ligue 1 with Nice, and his time in the English top-flight has been underwhelming. Potter seems to have grown impatient with the Frenchman, and his exclusion from the matchday squad suggests that the manager is questioning the recruitment.
Potential Replacement
There are rumors that West Ham might replace Todibo with Axel Disasi, a French compatriot who is not in Enzo Maresca’s plans at Chelsea. A move for Disasi could be seen as a chance for West Ham to rectify their defensive issues and find a more suitable replacement for Todibo [5].
Financial Implications
Todibo’s contract includes a £100,000 per week salary, making him one of the club’s highest earners. Given the significant financial implications of his capture, his inconsistent game time doesn’t add up unless Potter is having doubts about his abilities.
Potter’s Comments
Potter’s comments after the match hinted that he didn’t feel fully supported by the club’s owners in the summer. He mentioned that West Ham can’t compete with top clubs like Tottenham and Chelsea in terms of resources. This raises questions about the club’s recruitment process and whether Potter had a say in the signings [1].
