West Ham United striker Niclas Fullkrug is set to be out of action for several weeks after suffering a hamstring injury during their 2-1 FA Cup defeat to Aston Villa on Friday. The club confirmed the setback on Sunday, marking another blow for the team amid a challenging season. Fullkrug, who signed from Borussia Dortmund in August, had recently returned from a two-month absence due to an Achilles strain and has managed two Premier League goals since his arrival.
The German forward's injury compounds West Ham's growing list of fitness concerns. Club captain Jarrod Bowen is recovering from a fractured foot, while striker Michail Antonio is sidelined following leg surgery after a serious road accident last month. These absences have left the squad thin in attack, posing a significant challenge for new manager Graham Potter as he works to stabilize the team.
Currently sitting 14th in the Premier League standings, West Ham will face Fulham on Tuesday in Potter’s first league match at the helm. With key players missing, the Hammers will need a strong performance to turn their fortunes around and climb the table.
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