West Ham sack Julen Lopetegui, open talks with Graham Potter
West Ham have parted methods with Julen Lopetegui after simply six months in cost, following a disappointing begin to the 2024/25 season.
The membership is in discussions with former Chelsea and Brighton supervisor Graham Potter to take over, probably on a short-term deal.
Lopetegui, 58, changed David Moyes in May however formally started his tenure in July. Under his management, the Hammers managed solely six Premier League wins in 20 video games.
A 4-1 loss to Manchester City on Saturday, their ninth defeat of the season, left West Ham 14th within the desk, seven factors away from relegation.
In a press release, West Ham stated, “The first half of the 2024-25 season has not aligned with the club’s ambitions, and the club has therefore taken action in line with its objectives.”
The membership additionally dismissed Lopetegui’s backroom employees, together with assistant Pablo Sanz and a number of other key members.
West Ham’s board expressed gratitude for Lopetegui and his group’s efforts, including, “The process of appointing a replacement is under way.”
Potter, who final managed Chelsea, is seen as a possible candidate to steer the Hammers again on monitor.
