West Ham Rank Third Behind Man City and Brighton in Latest Financial Report

The finance expert revealed that West Ham United earned a £57 million pre-tax profit last season, trailing only Manchester City (£74 million) and Brighton (£133 million).

This represents a £75 million turnaround from the previous season’s £18 million loss, driven by club-record player sales of £96 million, including Declan Rice, Gianluca Scamacca, Nikola Vlasic, and Pablo Fornals.

The East London club achieved record revenue of £270 million, up from £237 million.

Broadcasting income rose 13% to £167 million, commercial income increased 21% to £58 million, and matchday earnings grew 9% to £45 million.

West Ham’s Strong Financial Position

These figures indicate that the Hammers are in a solid financial position, which could be advantageous in the January transfer window. Manager Julen Lopetegui, however, faces mounting pressure.

West Ham is currently 14th in the Premier League, ten points shy of a European qualification spot, and their season risks derailing.

Without significant improvement, Lopetegui might lose his job.

Sporting director Tim Steidten is also under scrutiny after a summer transfer spend of approximately £120 million, much of which has yet to pay dividends.

These expenses are not included in the reported profit and could limit the club’s January spending power.

Nonetheless, urgent action is needed to steer the Hammers’ season back on course.