Moyes decision: This man will have a very big say

West Ham are highly unlikely to make any moves on David Moyes’ position as manager until January for one very good reason – Mark Noble.

Nobes is a fan of the manager and as director of football will have a major say in all matters regarding arrivals and departures from the club

The board have made it very clear that is the case and with the former player starting work in his new role come January the manager’s position may well be under consideration should results not improve.

Nobes is no trigger happy individual so it will be a surprise if he gives the thumbs down to his former boss as one of his first acts in his new role.

Nobes is also ready to talk with Declan Rice – a big friend as well as former playing colleague – on his future and indicated in a recent interview that he hasn’t given up on the captain remaining at the club.