Sky Sports pundit Jamie Redknapp has made a big claim about Newcastle United forward Miguel Almiron, saying that he must be 'one of the first names' on Eddie Howe's teamsheet for every game. The Paraguayan has been one of the Premier League's top performers this season and is almost certain to win October's Player of the Month award after his seven goals in 13 appearances for the Magpies so far.
After finding the net just four times at most in a Newcastle campaign, Almiron has found six goals in his last six games in an incredible turnaround of form under Howe. Speaking on Sky Sports ahead of the game, Redknapp praised Almiron's season so far, highlighting the change in the Paraguayan's quality under Eddie Howe.
"Well, Miguel Almiron, who would've thought he's playing like he is? He's had six goals in his last six Premier League games, it's been an incredible return.