'West Ham to sack Julen Lopetegui after Man City loss' - Furious fans react
01/04/2025 01:37 PM
West Ham fans have reacted furiously to the "unforgivable" nature of Julen Lopetegui’s reign in charge after defeat to Man City.
The Hammers were beaten 4-1 at the Etihad Stadium, leaving them 13th in the Premier League table and eight points above the relegation zone. That brings their total to 39 goals conceded in just 20 games.
It's been a challenging season for the Spanish manager, and he is already under scrutiny due to the club's poor performances throughout the term.
The situation has been made even more difficult with star player Jarrod Bowen sidelined by a fractured foot injury. Fans have made their feelings known after another lacklustre display from the team, demanding he is sacked.
West Ham may already be planning to sack Julen Lopetegui
There were plenty of rumours last month suggesting West Ham were ready to part ways with Lopetegui but ultimately decided to stick with him.
Graham Potter was the man previously linked with the role, but the former Real Madrid coach managed to pick up a few points in December despite the team still languishing in mid-table.
One suggested reason for the delay in the decision is the commission the club would need to pay if they let Lopetegui go.
With reports suggesting the club is willing to let Mohamed Kudus leave, this could indicate they are raising funds in case a new manager comes in.
The Hammers faithful have also given up on the supposed new era under the coach. Fans were heard chanting "you're getting sacked in the morning" at their own manager at the Etihad.
Supporters continued to express their frustration on social media, with one fan claiming the manager has turned players like Lucas Paquetá and Kudus against him, which is "unforgivable”.
Another fan said the board is simply "delaying the inevitable" adding that the appointment "hasn't worked”.
In other news, Man City could trigger a West Ham star’s release clause.
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