Tim Sherwood on left with Graham Potter on right
Credit: Imago
Kevin Bannon
Thu 18 September 2025 15:10, UK
Graham Potter is under increasing pressure as West Ham manager.
West Ham were soundly beaten by Tottenham 3-0 on Saturday, for their third Premier League defeat in four games this season.
A letter of no confidence was sent by Hammers supporters, with David Sullivan also coming under severe scrutiny.
Potter’s position is now almost untenable as West Ham prepare to face Crystal Palace this weekend.
Another poor loss at the London Stadium could see the end of the Englishman’s reign in East London.
West Ham manager Graham Potter watches the team from sideline with a frustrated look on his face.
Credit: Imago
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Replacements for Potter have already been discussed, as the former Chelsea boss looks closer to being sacked.
One manager who won’t be available is Jose Mourinho, who is now expected to be confirmed as Benfica manager.
Sky Sports News reported the news on Thursday morning and asked Tim Sherwood for his thoughts.
He said: “One person who’ll be delighted with that news he’s gone to Benfica is Graham Potter. If you’re Potter today, you look around and see who’s out there, well, that’s one less out there now.”
Whether Sullivan and Co. would have gone for Mourinho is unknown, but he certainly would have been talked about if Potter were to be sacked.
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Graham Potter must turn around disastrous start to save West Ham job
Potter faces a tricky task this weekend against Crystal Palace, as they look for their first home win of the season.
Sullivan should also be responsible for his failures in the transfer market, but Potter must find a way to get results on the pitch.
West Ham managerial record Graham Potter
Games in charge 24
Wins 6
Win Percentage 25%
Graham Potter’s reign in charge has been a disaster
West Ham have been abysmal defensively, conceding 11 goals in four games, and the fans are clearly frustrated.
Supporters streaming out of the London Stadium in droves is not a good look for the club, and Potter must find solutions before time runs out.
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