“West Ham’s Jean-Clair Todibo Sends Stunning Message to Fans: You won’t believe what he said ahead of Nottingham Forest match
Former Barcelona defender Jean-Clair Todibo had to wait for his chance to start, as Konstantinos Mavropanos played the first five Premier League matches of the season. Todibo finally made his debut in the starting lineup during the 1-1 draw with Brentford, impressing alongside Max Kilman. He continued to show his quality in the 4-1 home victory over Ipswich the following week.
However, a disappointing 4-1 defeat to Tottenham followed, where Todibo and nearly all his West Ham teammates struggled. Yet, they bounced back with a strong performance against Manchester United, where Todibo’s presence after replacing Mavropanos helped turn the tide in West Ham’s favor.
Reflecting on the win over Manchester United before the clash with Nottingham Forest, Todibo stated, “It was an important victory because we demonstrated a lot of character. After the defeat against Tottenham, it was the right response, and everyone reacted well to secure the win we needed. Every game counts for three points; whether it’s against Manchester City or Nottingham Forest, all victories are important for confidence.”
Todibo joined the club with minimal pre-season training and worked hard to earn his place in Julen Lopetegui’s starting eleven. He expressed satisfaction with his start to the season but aims to improve his physical fitness. “My goal was to get fit quickly and reach 100 percent so I could contribute effectively. I’m currently not even at 80 percent, but I’m dedicated to my training program. Missing pre-season makes it challenging, as it’s crucial for a player’s readiness throughout the season.”
He also emphasized his understanding of his physical limitations, saying, “At first, my condition meant I couldn’t help the team, so sitting on the bench was understandable. I’m still working towards my best fitness, and I believe my best performances are still ahead.”
These comments are encouraging for West Ham fans, as the early signs of the Todibo and Kilman partnership look promising. Supporters will hope both players can stay healthy and help the team recover from their slow start to the season.
