According to sources close to David Moyes, the 60-year-old manager has confided in friends and associates, indicating that he does not intend to continue as the manager of West Ham United in the upcoming season.
Reports from Football Insider suggest that Moyes is cognizant of the approaching end of his tenure at the club. He took on the role of manager at West Ham in December 2019, succeeding Manuel Pellegrini.
With his contract scheduled to conclude at the end of the season, Moyes apparently perceives a lack of indications from the club hierarchy regarding a potential extension, leading him to believe that his time at the club may be drawing to a close.
Meanwhile, the West Ham leadership is purportedly evaluating potential candidates to succeed Moyes, a decision that has come as a surprise to many given the strong performance of the team under his stewardship. During his tenure, Moyes led the club to triumph in the Conference League, marking their second European trophy, despite the perceived uncertainty about his future.
Moyes, who previously managed Everton and Manchester United, reportedly views his achievements at the club positively, considering the resources available to him. He aims to build upon the team’s promising first half of the season and hopes for a strong finish.
While West Ham has excelled in the Premier League this season and progressed to the knockout stages of the Europa League after an impressive showing in the group stage, Moyes has faced criticism from a segment of the fan base for what they perceive as defensive and cautious tactics, fostering a desire for a more attacking style of play.
Despite this, the team’s recent success, including a convincing victory against Manchester United, adds further intrigue to the situation as they prepare to face Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium in their next Premier League fixture.
