"To see the potential" means recognizing the abilities, qualities, or advantages that someone or something possesses, and understanding the possibilities or success that can be achieved in the future. Full definition
Life - changing teachers have the gift of seeing potential in kids when others don't, and then have the perseverance to help the children find it within themselves. (edutopia.org)
You are both worth the work of seeing the potential of your relationship! (theravive.com)
There must be a lot of people who don't see the potential in broken furniture, I see it all the time! (coloursaturatedlife.com)