According to talkSPORT, West Ham have decided to relieve Spanish manager Julen Lopetegui of his duties, ending his brief tenure at the London club. Speculation also surrounds the future of technical director Tim Steidten, who played a key role in bringing the former Spain and Real Madrid boss to the Premier League.

Lopetegui arrived at the club in the summer of 2024, with West Ham investing over £120 million in nine new players, hoping to secure a return to European competition. However, the team currently sits 14th in the table and has suffered two heavy defeats in its last two fixtures, conceding nine goals and scoring just once.

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Reports suggest that ex-Chelsea manager Graham Potter is the leading candidate to succeed Lopetegui, with negotiations already underway. Fans of the Hammers are now awaiting official confirmation, anticipating a potential new era under Potter as the club looks to reverse its fortunes both domestically and in Europe.