West Ham United’s manager Graham Potter is under immense pressure after a poor start to the season. The club’s vice-chair Karen Brady has reportedly met with Nuno Espirito Santo, a top candidate to replace Potter, amid speculation that the current manager’s job is on the line.
Nuno Espirito Santo’s Potential Appointment
- Nuno, who was sacked by Nottingham Forest last month, has impressed in his interview with West Ham and is open to taking the job.
- Pictures have emerged showing Nuno in Theydon Bois, an upmarket Essex village near David Sullivan’s mansion, fueling speculation about his potential appointment.
- Nuno’s demands, including a significant say in transfer dealings, could be a hurdle in negotiations with West Ham’s ownership ¹ ².
Competition for the Job
- Other candidates for the position include Slaven Bilic, who would be returning to East London for the first time since November 2017, and Gary O’Neil.
- The decision may hinge on West Ham’s form under Potter in the immediate future, with a defeat to Palace potentially ending his brief spell in charge.
Potter’s Future
- Sky Sports journalist Kaveh Solhekol believes Potter faces a tough task to turn things around, with Everton and Arsenal up next after the Palace game.
- Even if Potter survives the weekend, the writing could be on the wall for his future at West Ham.
