David Sullivan’s Position on Julen Lopetegui’s Future Revealed as West Ham Sit 14th – Report

West Ham’s co-owner David Sullivan is standing by manager Julen Lopetegui despite the club’s slow start to the Premier League season, as reported on 23 September.

Currently, the Hammers are positioned 14th on the table with one win, one draw, and three losses in their opening five games.

Despite the underwhelming results, Sullivan is not considering sacking Lopetegui, believing it’s too soon to make such a decision.

Historically, Sullivan has been patient with managers, as seen with David Moyes, even when it seemed clear that things weren’t working.

While West Ham has lost three of their five matches, the defeats came against strong opponents like Manchester City, Aston Villa, and Chelsea—teams aiming for top-four or top-six finishes this season.

If similar performances occur against lower-ranked teams, the situation could become more concerning.

However, it’s crucial for the club not to panic. If they believe Lopetegui is the right fit for the team, he needs time to establish his approach and improve their overall performance.

While there are evident issues with the team’s setup this season, giving Lopetegui time and support could help resolve these problems as the season progresses.