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Crazy Lopetegui claim by German media

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Some reports in the German media are incorrectly suggesting that West Ham might be having second thoughts about hiring Julen Lopetegui. The origin of these stories is anyone’s guess, but this particular claim seems quite odd.

According to Bild, Lopetegui isn’t the only managerial candidate being considered. They feature a substantial article on Edin Terzic, stating that the Borussia Dortmund manager is attracting interest from the Premier League, with the Hammers reportedly considering him.

Terzic’s previous stint at West Ham under Slaven Bilic could naturally fuel such speculation now and in the future, but at this stage, it’s incredibly unlikely. Even though Terzic could end this season with Champions League glory, Bild itself noted that he was nearly dismissed just before Christmas. It seems more like mischief-making to me and is about as accurate as yesterday’s erroneous report about Mohammed Kudus’s contract situation.

Considering Lopetegui has been actively working with director of football Tim Steidten to bring in new players for the preseason, the idea of changing course now—when so much groundwork has already been laid at West Ham—is as preposterous as it is improbable.

In short . . . it’s nonsense.

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Kris Gonzo (commonly known to the West Ham community as Gonzo) is the co-founder of Hammers Chat (established 2014) and the lead video content creator and columnist for Claret and Hugh.

With over a decade of professional sports media experience, he is a frequent West Ham United analyst and contributor for Sky Sports News, BBC Football Focus, and BBC Radio 5 Live. He previously served as an official video and content creator for West Ham United FC during the club's tenure at Upton Park and featured in the official documentary commemorating the historic final game at the Boleyn Ground.

A lifelong Hammer since the legendary 10-0 victory over Bury, when he isn't providing daily match analysis on the Hammers Chat YouTube Channel or broadcasting on X (@GONZObignose), he can be found walking his dog and restoring classic pinball machines.

2 comments

  • D.f.butcher says:

    Loopy lopetagui more like , just what we need footballs answer to Marc Marquez, come on you irons (in Spanish)
    I’m up for some ticky tacky next season , although we will still probably come down with the Christmas decorations, you know what they say keep your friends close and your enemies closer,otherwise we will be saying hello to millwall.have faith in the cause.

  • Chris Kitson says:

    Don’t know about anyone else, but I’M definitely having second thoughts !

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