Irons Cast Wider Net in Managerial Search

West Ham United’s search for a new manager to succeed David Moyes takes another turn as Julen Lopetegui enters the picture.

West Ham’s recent drubbing by Crystal Palace coupled with Moyes‘ contract expiring this summer fuels rumours of his exit.

The intermediaries who brokered talks with Ruben Amorim have now presented West Ham with another option – former Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Julen Lopetegui.

West Ham isn’t putting all their eggs in one basket. They are actively assessing other options, including Fulham’s Marco Silva, Wolves’ caretaker manager Gary O’Neil, Lille’s Paulo Fonseca, and Feyenoord’s Arne Slot.

Marco Silva’s hefty release clause of around £15 million could be a stumbling block for West Ham‘s owners but despite the price tag concerns, West Ham fans seem generally enthusiastic about the potential of several names on the shortlist.

While new candidates emerge, West Ham might still favor Ruben Amorim. However, the situation remains fluid, and anything can happen.

With such a diverse group of managers to consider, West Ham’s managerial search intensifies. The coming weeks will be crucial as the club meticulously evaluates each candidate to find the ideal successor who can lead them to a brighter future.