December 5th 2024.
The pressure is on for Gary O'Neil and Julen Lopetegui as their respective teams, West Ham United and Wolverhampton Wanderers, are struggling this season. Both clubs are considering a change in the dugout and have set their sights on former Chelsea manager, Graham Potter.
Unfortunately, things haven't been going well for the Hammers and Wolves, and the recent midweek fixtures have only added to their woes. West Ham suffered a 3-1 defeat to Leicester City on Tuesday night, while Wolves were thrashed 4-0 by Everton the following evening. These results have left Lopetegui's team in 14th place and O'Neil's in 19th, putting both managers under immense pressure.
Rumors have been circulating that both clubs have approached Potter about potentially joining their ranks. According to talkSPORT, the east London club seems to be the more appealing option for Potter compared to the Molineux side. As fate would have it, the two teams are set to face each other on Monday night, with Potter's name looming large over the fixture.
Potter has been linked with several job opportunities since leaving Chelsea, and in a recent interview with Sky Sports, he expressed his eagerness to return to work. However, he also emphasized the importance of it being the right fit. Despite these speculations, Sky Sports reports that West Ham is not yet ready to make a managerial change, and Lopetegui will remain in charge on Monday.
Meanwhile, O'Neil has addressed the mounting pressure he is facing after the heavy defeat to Everton. He remains focused on his work, stating that his priority is the club's future rather than his own. The manager has been putting in long hours, ensuring that everything is in order for the upcoming match against West Ham.
Wolves have had a tough time this season, with only two wins under their belt so far. However, O'Neil remains optimistic and is determined to push his players to do their best. He believes that the next challenge, which comes in the form of West Ham on Monday, will be an opportunity for the team to turn things around and regain their momentum. As for his own future, O'Neil is not worried and remains focused on the bigger picture.
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