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Alan Pardew says that the service to Papiss Cisse must improve against West Ham United today.

The Senegal international cut a lonely and isolated figure in the 4-0 loss to Manchester City.

Pardew believes that the lack of support though was due to the overwhelming quality of the Manchester side.

But ahead of the battle with West Ham, he said: “The service to Papiss was limited.

“Hopefully, he’ll have a lot more service this Saturday.”

Paul Dummett stands by for his first-team home debut against West Ham after making his Premier League bow on Monday night.

Pardew is likely to recall Davide Santon but was encouraged by the continued rise of Gosforth lad Dummett.

He said: “I did debate whether to start Paul, but against that opposition, and Navas - who I think is one of the best in the world - it was a scenario where it was great for him to come on in a no-lose situation.

“He’s got 45 minutes under his belt.

“He’s had a terrific pre-season.

“He’s knocking on the door, big time.

“I’ve no doubts about playing him in any game now.”

Meanwhile, French youngster Massadio Haidara is out of contention and Pardew said: “Haidara’s had a little bit of a setback, but Santon’s fit.

“He’ll be involved, for sure.”

Cheick Tiote and Jonas Gutierrez are also ruled out, while Steven Taylor starts a three game ban.