Julen Lopetegui sack: ‘Huge’ West Ham United update emerges
Julen Lopetegui is “under huge pressure” at West Ham United after the defeat against Liverpool, according to West Ham Football.
The Hammers’ source revealed on X (29 December) that an improvement in results is expected from the Spanish manager, but he’s safe at the East London club for now.
Lopetegui isn’t at risk of an immediate sack after the 5-0 defeat to the Reds at the London Stadium on 29 December.
West Ham United delay inevitable with Julen Lopetegui sack
The Spanish manager has won six games in the Premier League since making his way to the London Stadium in the summer.
The East London club seem to be delaying the inevitable after their decision to stick with the former Wolves manager despite the manner of defeat against Arne Slot’s team.
David Sullivan would have every right to relieve the Spaniard of his duties after the Hammers conceded three goals in the opening 45 minutes at home.
The Irons’ faithful had high hopes for their team after an impressive transfer window last time out, but their prospects look bleak.
Given the quality of their squad, West Ham should be competing at the other end of the table.
Lopetegui has failed to bring the best out of the players at his disposal, and the 58-year-old has shown that he’s likely not the right man for the job.
The Hammers need to improve in the second half of the campaign, but the Spaniard’s leadership makes it seem unlikely they will.
With Manchester City up next for the Irons on 4 January, a loss at the Etihad could be the final nail in the coffin for Lopetegui.
In other West Ham news, the Spanish head coach doesn’t deserve to stay after the loss to Arne Slot’s team.
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