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est Ham forward Michail Antonio has called on the club’s supporters to show patience and support for new signing Callum Wilson, following the striker’s arrival from Newcastle United. Antonio, who has faced his fair share of pressure in claret and blue, believes Wilson has both the quality and mentality to succeed in East London—if given the chance to settle.

Wilson, 33, joined West Ham this summer in a deal aimed at bolstering the team’s attacking options and sharing the goalscoring burden with Antonio. The two have been friendly rivals for years, often playfully sparring in the media and on their joint football podcast. Now, they will be teammates for the first time—a dynamic that has intrigued fans and pundits alike.

Some supporters have expressed concerns about Wilson’s recent injury record and whether he can adapt to David Moyes’ physical, high-intensity system. But Antonio insists the skepticism is premature.

“I know what Callum brings,” Antonio said. “People will talk about injuries or form, but the reality is, he’s a proven Premier League goalscorer. He’s here to help the team, and he’ll do that if we back him from day one.”

Antonio pointed out that strikers often thrive on confidence, which can be heavily influenced by the crowd’s