West Ham Board to Hold Crisis Talks Over Julen Lopetegui’s Future
West Ham United’s board of directors is set to convene an emergency meeting this week to discuss the future of manager Julen Lopetegui. The Hammers’ disappointing start to the season has raised significant concerns among the club’s hierarchy, with sources close to the team revealing that there are “major doubts” over Lopetegui’s ability to lead the team forward.
Despite investing heavily in the squad during the summer transfer window, West Ham’s results have been underwhelming, leaving them 14th in the Premier League table. The gap between the Hammers and the relegation zone is a mere six points, and with Wolves set to face Everton on Wednesday night, that margin could narrow to just four points.
Sources have informed TEAMtalk that West Ham’s players are feeling “incredibly dejected and frustrated” with the team’s form, with some believing that a “higher calibre manager” could propel the squad to European places. These sentiments have been echoed by key decision-makers within the club, who are reportedly “ready to make a managerial change.”
Lopetegui’s position as West Ham manager appears increasingly precarious, with sources suggesting that his sacking is “a question of when and not if.” The 58-year-old’s tactical decisions have been a subject of contention, and some players are said to be doubtful about his ideas.
The club’s board is expected to make a final decision on Lopetegui’s future by the end of the week. In the meantime, West Ham has been linked with several potential managerial targets, including former Porto boss Sergio Conceicao. Conceicao, who is currently out of work, has expressed interest in speaking with the Hammers. His impressive managerial record, which includes three league titles and 11 major honours, makes him an attractive candidate to replace Lopetegui.