Simons, however, accepts he will need to adjust to the demands of the Premier League.
He said: “I’ve played my whole life in the number 10 position, but in the last two years I’ve developed on the left side. I want to help the team with goals and assists.
“We know set-pieces were so important. I found Pape (Sarr from the corner) and it was a nice goal.”
“I’m really happy with the win, and making my debut in the Premier League is such a special moment,” he added.
“It’s always been a dream of mine to play on the biggest stage in the best league in the world. I’m with a magnificent team.
“Even teams who are struggling in the table have top players. Even (West Ham) today have top players. I’m trying to adapt as quickly as possible.
“Some of the guys have been with the national team. We’ve tried to talk a lot on the pitch.
“The games are coming so we have to adapt quickly to certain situations. In three days we have another game (in the Champions League)."