Sky Sports: Steidten to look abroad for Moyes replacement

Moyes replacement will be chosen by Steidten says Sky ITK

West Ham United’s director of football, Tim Steidten, may be eyeing the European market for a potential successor to David Moyes, according to insights from Sky Sports reporter Dharmesh Sheth, who discusses the potential restructuring at the London Stadium.

With Moyes’s contract set to expire at the end of the season, speculation looms over his future, with the possibility of him departing after over four years at the helm. Sheth further adds to the speculation by suggesting that Steidten will play a significant role in this scenario.

“If David Moyes decides to leave, it wouldn’t be surprising to see someone like Tim Steidten exploring the European market and possibly bringing in a manager well-versed in the structure of European football teams, complete with a sporting director and a structured approach,” Sheth explained. “This contrasts with the more traditional managerial style that David Moyes embodies, where he prefers greater control over recruitment matters, a control he has largely enjoyed during his second stint in East London.”

“Given West Ham’s shift towards a more European model, this decision will likely carry considerable weight, with Tim Steidten likely to be at the forefront of it,” Sheth continued.

Sheth, known for his close ties to the Hammers’ boardroom, offers valuable insights, although it remains to be seen whether the club will fully embrace the continental model.