West Ham United may be preparing for a managerial shakeup as pressure intensifies on current boss Julen Lopetegui. Following a heavy defeat to Leicester City midweek, the Hammers find themselves languishing in the Premier League table, with growing unrest among the fanbase.
In a stark display of discontent, traveling supporters at the King Power Stadium were heard chanting “you’re getting sacked in the morning” at Lopetegui. Such chants highlight the mounting dissatisfaction with the Spaniard’s tenure and could push the club’s hierarchy toward a critical decision.
Amid the speculation, ExWHUEmployee—a prominent insider in West Ham circles—confirmed that club owner David Sullivan is a fan of recently sacked Leicester manager Steve Cooper. However, he stopped short of suggesting that Cooper is a frontrunner for the role.
“I didn’t say he [Sullivan] wants him [Cooper]; I said he was a fan of him. Doesn’t mean he will appoint him,” ExWHUEmployee clarified. He further noted that Cooper is among several managers linked to the Hammers’ job. “I mentioned a number of other managers we have explored too. You can only appoint one if any.”
Despite Cooper’s credentials, including guiding Nottingham Forest to Premier League promotion, the idea of his appointment has raised eyebrows, particularly given his recent dismissal. Many supporters may struggle to embrace a manager let go by another underperforming Premier League side.