Les Ferdinand believes Chris Wood has been 'tremendous' for Newcastle United since signing in January despite his slow goalscoring start. The former Burnley striker opened his account in black-and-white at the eight attempt during the away win at Southampton last week.
The New Zealand international has been industrious in both defence and attack as the lone striker in Callum Wilson's ongoing absence. Ferdinand believes the 30-year-old has provided the 'focal point' which the Magpies had been missing, and highlighted the striker's overall contributions to the side.
He told Amazon Prime ahead of Newcastle's clash with Everton: "The standout for me is Chris Wood up front. I feel in the past with Joelinton playing through the middle, they didn't have a focal point. They have now got that focal point which means that everyone can play off of him.
