West Ham Offered Managerial Options as Decision on Lopetegui’s Future Approaches – Report

West Ham Consider Managerial Options Amid Growing Pressure on Lopetegui

French reports from 6 December suggest West Ham are eyeing Christophe Galtier, currently managing Al-Duhail in Qatar, alongside out-of-work candidates like Massimiliano Allegri and Maurizio Sarri, as potential replacements for Julen Lopetegui.

Lopetegui’s position is under intense scrutiny following a poor start to the season.

Many on the Hammers’ board are reportedly eager to act, with Sergio Conceição also emerging as a contender.

Decision Looms on Lopetegui’s Future

The growing list of managerial candidates linked to the West Ham job suggests Lopetegui’s tenure may soon come to an end.

Both quality and quantity abound in the options available, with experienced figures like Galtier, Sarri, and Allegri in the mix, ensuring the club won’t lack choices when the time comes.

Lopetegui’s fate could be sealed after their upcoming clash with Wolves, his former club, on 9 December. A 3-1 loss to Leicester City in their last outing has left him clinging to his role.

Sullivan’s Next Move Critical

It remains uncertain whether David Sullivan will break tradition by pursuing an in-work manager like Galtier or stick to his usual preference for free agents, as he did with Lopetegui.

Hiring the 58-year-old was intended as a safe choice, but the move has not yielded the success Sullivan envisioned.

If the West Ham board genuinely aim to advance the club, their next managerial appointment must reflect bold ambition and long-term vision.