Live from London Stadium: Reporter Reveals What He’s Been Told About West Ham Sacking Lopetegui

West Ham fans have been calling for Julen Lopetegui’s dismissal since the team’s defeat at Leicester City.

 

The crushing loss at home to Arsenal further frustrated supporters, but it was the 3-1 defeat at Leicester that proved to be the tipping point.

 

During that match, fans were vocal in their discontent, chanting “you’re getting sacked in the morning” as they directed their frustrations toward the Spanish manager.

 

In response to the mounting pressure, West Ham’s owners held an emergency meeting on Thursday to determine Lopetegui’s future at the club.

 

Much to the displeasure of the fans, the 58-year-old coach was given one final opportunity to prove himself.

 

This will come in the form of a crucial match against his former club, Wolverhampton Wanderers, at the London Stadium on Monday night.

 

A key source within the club, close to majority owner David Sullivan, has revealed that Lopetegui has been told he must win the next four matches to retain his job.

 

These games include the Wolves match, followed by fixtures against Bournemouth, Brighton, and Southampton.

 

If the manager fails to secure victories in these contests, he is expected to be dismissed.

 

The pressure is now mounting ahead of the upcoming Premier League clash, which is being viewed as a six-pointer in the fight for survival.

 

There are also reports of significant unrest within the dressing room, with allegations of bust-ups between the manager and several players.

According to sources, five key players have expressed to the club’s owners that they will seek to leave if Lopetegui remains in charge.

 

West Ham fans are no strangers to such situations.

 

Throughout Lopetegui’s tenure, there have been numerous instances where he received public votes of confidence from the club’s hierarchy.

 

These votes, however, have lost their effectiveness, as fans have become cynical about their meaning.

 

On several occasions, supporters have been told that a game was a “must-win” for the manager’s future, yet the situation has continued to persist.

 

This time, however, reports suggest that the owners are truly giving Lopetegui a final warning.

 

Sky Sports News reporter James Savundra, speaking live from the London Stadium just hours before kick-off, confirmed that this match is indeed a make-or-break situation for the manager.

 

When asked whether this was truly a “must-win” game, Savundra responded affirmatively, calling it “effectively a cup final” for Lopetegui’s future with the club.

 

Savundra further explained that West Ham’s board convened last Thursday to assess the manager’s position following back-to-back defeats, during which the team conceded eight goals.

 

Lopetegui’s tenure at West Ham has been disappointing thus far, with the team winning only four matches in the Premier League this season and losing half of the games under his stewardship.

 

As a result, the pressure on Lopetegui has never been higher.

 

The manager himself has acknowledged the gravity of the situation.

 

He remains focused on the upcoming match, recognizing its importance for both his own future and the club’s survival.

 

Lopetegui has been tasked with integrating nine new signings into the squad and implementing a new playing style.

This was a key reason why the club hired him, as fans were eager for a fresh approach. However, the lack of tangible progress in these areas has left many dissatisfied.

 

Savundra also noted that while Lopetegui understands the need for improved results, the lack of visible progress on the pitch makes it hard to envision him staying on if West Ham lose to Wolves.

 

He emphasized that this match is vital not only for Lopetegui but also for his counterpart at Wolves, with both managers’ futures likely depending on the outcome.

 

For West Ham fans, this could very well be the final opportunity for Lopetegui to turn things around.

 

The club’s owners have given the former Spain manager a fair amount of time—six months—to implement his vision.

 

However, as Savundra points out, there has been little evidence of a distinct style or identity emerging from the team.

 

As a result, Monday’s match could be the last time Lopetegui selects a West Ham team.

 

Ahead of the critical game, it is expected that Lopetegui will make two changes to his lineup, with a third decision to be made closer to kick-off.

 

As the pressure continues to build, it remains to be seen whether the manager can deliver the results needed to keep his job.