West Ham appoint Potter after firing Lopetegui

Graham Potter is due to be unveiled as  West Ham manager at a press conference on Thursday, while there is deep unhappiness within Julen Lopetegui’s camp about how he was treated

West Ham boss Graham Potter wants to hit the ground running and be in the dugout for the FA Cup clash with Aston Villa

West Ham have appointed Graham Potter as their manager after ending days of uncertainty by firing Julen Lopetegui. The shake-up could also lead to the departure of the technical director, Tim Steidten.

It is understood Steidten, who joined in 2023, played a minor part in the negotiations that led to Potter agreeing to replace Lopetegui on a two-and-a-half-year deal. Talks were led by West Ham’s vice-chair, Karren Brady. Sources have indicated West Ham are increasingly unhappy with Steidten over his transfer record, and believe the German could be sidelined if he stays.