Adrian has a big opportunity for West Ham if selected this week.
West Ham goalkeeper Adrian has a huge opportunity this week if given the nod at Wembley to face Tottenham Hotspur.
Joe Hart was signed on loan in the summer, but his performances have been indifferent, with the Hammers conceding the fourth highest number of goals in the Premier League (17).
Spanish stopper Adrian has been a consistent performer for West Ham since signing from Real Betis in 2013.
Adrian hit out in the summer at what he perceived as disrespect from club owner David Sullivan, who said immediately that Hart was the best goalkeeper at the Hammers.
Adrian has so far had to rely on Carabao Cup appearances for games, and Slaven Bilic must continue with this against Tottenham.
Bilic may be tempted to give Hart a game as he is under pressure, but Adrian may be even more motivated than the England international.
A big game from Adrian will prove a big point to the Hammers hierarchy, and while it may not lead to regular first team selection in the Premier League this season, the Spaniard will help his case if he can shut Tottenham out as he did at the en of last season in a memorable 1-0 win.
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