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West Ham’s Premier League campaign has had a shaky start, raising concerns about manager Graham Potter’s future at the club. The Hammers suffered losses in their opening league fixtures against Sunderland and Chelsea, followed by an early exit from the EFL Cup against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Potter, who took over from Julen Lopetegui earlier this year, has faced criticism for the team’s lackluster performances. Rumors suggest that former West Ham player and current Coventry boss Frank Lampard is being considered as a potential replacement for Potter amidst the team’s rough patch.
Although West Ham secured their first win of the season with a 0-3 victory against Nottingham Forest, questions linger about Potter’s future if results don’t improve consistently.
With Lampard as a top contender for the managerial position at West Ham, the club is cautiously exploring potential replacements. Lampard is said to be interested in returning to Premier League management, but may also be content in his role with Coventry.
Another candidate under consideration is Kieran McKenna, who has experience managing Ipswich Town and Asst. Manager at Manchester United. Ipswich Town fan pundit, Adam Wilkin, believes McKenna may not be interested in leaving Portman Road given the rebuilding phase the team is in currently.
Both McKenna and Lampard have aspirations of leading their respective teams to the Premier League, making the West Ham managerial role an intriguing possibility. However, amidst ongoing discussions about this vacancy, the focus for both managers remains on their current teams during the international break.
While Lampard’s ties to West Ham might make him a suitable choice, McKenna’s dedication to Ipswich could make him less inclined to pursue the role. The financial and survival aspects of the West Ham job will play a crucial role in the final decision.
