Newcastle supporters were left impressed with the team’s performance against West Ham as they spotted one player capable of replacing Anthony Gordon.
The Magpies continued their push toward a Champions League return by defeating the Hammers 1-0 on Monday (10 March), with Bruno Guimaraes scoring the only goal of the game.
The Brazil international latched onto a cross from Harvey Barnes that was pin-perfect and left Guimaraes with the ideal opportunity to score.
Eddie Howe’s team managed to cling onto a clean sheet to take all three points and move further up the Premier League table in the process.
Newcastle have now overtaken Brighton and sit level on points with Man City, although Pep Guardiola’s side have a slight edge due to goal difference.
The Geordie giants are now just two points behind Chelsea in fourth place, and have also put the pressure on Nottingham Forest in third.
Newcastle will need to replace Anthony Gordon in the EFL Cup final
Barnes was handed the opportunity to start against West Ham which could be a sign of things to come for the EFL Cup final against Liverpool on Sunday (16 March).
The Magpies will be without Anthony Gordon for that game due to his suspension, which was a real blow to Newcastle’s attacking optiNewcastle fans admitted to losing respect for Gordon because of his red card, but now opportunity knocks for Barnes to make his markons.
strong run of games could be what he needs to save his Newcastle career as industry insider Mick Brown revealed to Football Insider that Barnes could be someone the club sells in the summer due to their financial status.
Newcastle fans believe Harvey Barnes can adapt to a new position
The Toon Army were impressed with what they saw from Barnes against West Ham, with fans claiming he’s “better than Gordon.”
Others believe the former Leicester City star is capable of playing in a slightly more central position moving forward for the club.
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