September 21st 2025.
Graham Potter's tenure at West Ham United has gotten off to a rough start this season. The pressure is mounting on him as the team's performance continues to disappoint, and people are already speculating about who could replace him as manager.
So far, the Hammers have only managed to win one game out of their first five in the Premier League, leaving them in a precarious position in the relegation zone. Their latest loss to Crystal Palace at home on Saturday has only added to the frustration of fans, who have been vocal about their dissatisfaction with the team and the club.
According to the BBC, even before the defeat to Palace, the West Ham hierarchy had been considering potential replacements for Potter. And after the loss, it seems even more likely that his time at the club may be coming to an end. Despite only taking over as manager in January, his future with the team is uncertain.
The team's next two games, against Everton and Arsenal, are coming up soon, and it's unclear if Potter will still be in charge for either of them. It's a tense situation for the manager and the club as they try to turn their season around.
One name that has emerged as a top contender for the next West Ham manager is Nuno Espirito Santo. The bookmakers have him as the clear favorite, and for good reason. The 51-year-old has a strong track record in the Premier League, having managed three clubs in the top flight - Wolves, Tottenham, and most recently Nottingham Forest. He even led Forest to European competition this season, but a falling out with the higher-ups at the club led to his departure earlier this month.
But there are also other names being thrown into the mix, such as former West Ham manager and player Slaven Bilic. The Croatian managed the Hammers from 2013 to 2017 and has since had stints at various clubs, most recently managing Saudi side Al-Fateh. While he may not be the frontrunner like Espirito Santo, he's still considered a strong candidate for the job.
Other contenders, such as Gary O'Neil, Scott Parker, and Liam Rosenior, are seen as having outside chances of landing the role. But for now, the focus is on Potter's future and whether he can turn things around for the struggling team.
When asked about his job security, Potter remained optimistic, saying he feels he has the support of the board and the club. He acknowledged that the results have been disappointing, but he believes he can still turn things around. It's a tough situation, but he's ready to face it head-on and do everything he can to improve the team's performance.
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