Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville has been lauding West Ham ace, Michail Antonio.
The 31-year-old was in fine form on Monday night as the Hammers completed a resounding 4-1 victory over Leicester City at the London Stadium.
Antonio is enjoying halcyon days as an Iron in recent times and last night became the clubs leading top-flight goalscorer.
Speaking on Sky Sports MNF, Neville was full of praise for the soon to be Jamaica international.
We’ve talked about single strikers. Antonio was absolutely brilliant, occupies defenders, nightmare to play against, runs in behind. He’s a goal threat and his game has become more polished. Years ago, I never thought for one second he was going to end up being the presence that he is now in the Premier League.
The London-born ace reached 49 Premier League goals for West Ham from 161 appearances with a brace as part of an outstanding 9.50 rated display (Sofascore).
Antonio now has three goals in the opening two league outings this season – backing up a 10 goal campaign in 2020/21.
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From versatile extraordinaire to clinical frontman, the £10.8million valued star (Transfermarkt) has certainly been a revelation in east London.
Albeit the need for additional support is clear for all to see, a fit and firing Antonio is a joy to behold and must remain first-choice when available.
