West Ham Julen Lopetegui
West Ham United manager Julen Lopetegui [Credit: Imago]
Pranav Shahaney
Thu 5 December 2024 11:10, UK
West Ham manager Julen Lopetegui has arrived at Rush Green, the club’s training ground, on Thursday morning, according to Dharmesh Sheth.
The Sky Sports journalist claims that discussions over his sack are still ongoing at the club but that has not stopped him from going on about his work.
The Spaniard is under immense scrutiny after the Hammers’ poor start to the Premier League season.
Sheth wrote on X: “Lopetegui arrived at training ground early this morning. Decision making process on his future continues.”
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It’s possible that the hierarchy are exploring other managerial options, evaluating candidates who could potentially take the helm if Lopetegui is deemed unsuitable.
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However, if the club have already decided that Lopetegui isn’t the right fit, acting swiftly would be prudent.
Delaying the decision could complicate matters, especially if West Ham manage to win their next game against Wolves on 9 December.
The nature of football means that outcomes can shift perceptions rapidly as a win could temporarily boost the Spaniard’s position, making any subsequent decision to sack him more contentious or challenging to justify in the eyes of fans and the media.
Fans will certainly be stunned as to why the club did not take action in the recent international break and they would want a new man in charge before the festive period.
Games are coming up thick and fast and the bounce effect of a new manager will be paramount as some of the matches are must wins.
In other West Ham news, Jarrod Bowen told his Hammers teammate he was disrespectful amid chaos behind the scenes.
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