David Moyes Beaten in Race Back into Management

Former West Ham United captain Kevin Nolan is on the verge of being appointed as the new manager of Northampton Town, beating his old boss David Moyes back into management.

Nolan, who had two stints as part of Moyes’ backroom team at West Ham, has been linked with several managerial jobs in recent months, including the Bristol Rovers job. However, it appears that he has chosen to take on the challenge of managing Northampton Town, who are currently battling to avoid relegation from League One.

This marks a significant opportunity for Nolan, who has been out of management since leaving his role as manager of Notts County in 2019. Nolan has consistently spoken warmly about his time at West Ham, and it is clear that he has a deep affection for the club.

Nolan’s appointment as Northampton Town manager has been met with positive reactions from West Ham fans, who are wishing him well in his new role. Some fans have even suggested that Northampton Town could become a destination for West Ham’s academy players to gain experience on loan.

However, not everyone is optimistic about Nolan’s chances of success at Northampton Town. One fan commented that Nolan will have a “real struggle” on his hands, given the team’s current position in the league.

Nolan’s appointment is also seen as a testament to the difficulties faced by English managers in getting top jobs in the Premier League. One fan commented that “years ago, someone like Nolan would have got a shot as manager of a Premier League team.”

The appointment of Nolan as Northampton Town manager raises questions about the future of David Moyes, who has been out of management since leaving West Ham in 2023. Moyes had been linked with several managerial jobs, but it appears that Nolan has beaten him back into management.

Nolan’s experience as a player and coach at West Ham will undoubtedly be an asset in his new role at Northampton Town. His knowledge of the game and his ability to motivate players will be crucial in helping the team avoid relegation from League One.

As Nolan prepares to take on the challenge of managing Northampton Town, West Ham fans will be watching with interest to see how he fares. Will he be able to replicate the success he had as a player at West Ham, or will he struggle to make an impact in the managerial world? Only time will tell.

Key points:

• Kevin Nolan is set to be appointed as the new manager of Northampton Town.
• Nolan beats his old boss David Moyes back into management.
• Nolan has been out of management since leaving his role as manager of Notts County in 2019.
• Northampton Town are currently battling to avoid relegation from League One.
• West Ham fans are wishing Nolan well in his new role.
• Nolan’s appointment raises questions about the future of David Moyes.
• Nolan’s experience as a player and coach at West Ham will be an asset in his new role at Northampton Town.