Niclas Fullkrug Return Date Might Shock the West Ham Fans

West Ham United fans may be in for a surprise as Niclas Fullkrug edges closer to a return from injury, with reports suggesting he could be back in action sooner than expected.

The former Borussia Dortmund striker, who joined the Hammers in the summer, has endured a challenging start to life in the Premier League. With just 63 minutes of league action under his belt, the 31-year-old has had limited opportunity to make an impact. While it’s too early to label his move a failure, doubts over his suitability for the English top flight have already begun to emerge.

Fullkrug turns 32 in the new year, and critics have questioned whether he possesses the physical attributes required to thrive in the Premier League. Some fans have expressed frustration that the club opted against pursuing younger, more dynamic options like Jhon Duran or Jonathan David during the transfer window.

Despite the criticism, there is hope that Fullkrug can silence the doubters when he returns to action. According to Premier Injuries, the German international could be fit in time for West Ham’s home clash with Arsenal on November 30. If true, his return for such a high-stakes fixture would undoubtedly raise eyebrows.

Adding intrigue to Fullkrug’s situation, the club recently released its official team photo, where his absence was conspicuous. In a move that attracted some ridicule, the striker was digitally added to the picture in a manner described by some fans as “amateurish.”

Regardless of the circumstances surrounding his return, Fullkrug is likely to receive full backing from the Hammers faithful, who will hope he can rediscover the form that made him a standout player in the Bundesliga.