Graham Potter Is Close To Replacing Pressured Lopetegui As New West Ham United Head Coach

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January 8, 2025

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Graham Potter Is Close To Replacing Pressured Lopetegui As New West Ham United Head Coach—-Former Chelsea head coach Graham Potter is closing in on becoming the next West Ham manager after further positive talks with the club on Tuesday afternoon, according to Sky Sports reporter Rob Dorsett.

The Hammers are on the brink of sacking Julen Lopetegui after a string of poor results, culminating in a 4-1 thrashing at the hands of Manchester City last time out – following on from a 5-0 thumping by Liverpool in the previous fixture.

Talks have been ongoing with former Chelsea boss Potter in recent days, and while speaking live on Sky Sports News on Tuesday night, Dorsett shared a “significant” update on the situation after reports a deal had stalled earlier in the day.

“This is breaking news. So let’s tell you what we know. Look, this is significant information that I’ve been given in the last half an hour or so. And I can tell you that Graham Potter is closing in on a return to football more than 18 months after he was sacked by Chelsea, and he’s getting closer and closer to becoming the West Ham head coach, in replacing that man he’s standing alongside in our image there, Julen Lopetegui, who is still in that position as we speak to you right now.”

Dorsett was then asked to elaborate on how that can be the case if Lopetegui is still in charge, to which he replied:

“Let me tell you what I know. First and foremost, there have been positive further talks between Graham Potter and West Ham officials this afternoon and into this evening.

“There is optimism on both sides. I’m told that a deal can be done. Now, there’s still some contractual details to be agreed, but it is very possible that Graham Potter could be in charge of the West Ham side for their next match, which is on Friday night, so only in three days time, in the FA Cup against Aston Villa.

“Now we’ve been talking for the last couple of days, and I’ve been telling you about Everton’s interest in Graham Potter, even though they’ve still got a manager in Sean Dyche, their interest remains in the background, I understand.

“But as things stand, things are progressing between West Ham and Graham Potter, and all the indications are that Graham Potter will be the next West Ham manager.”

Lopetegui is currently still in charge of the team but a decision is expected to now be made quickly with the Hammers facing off with Aston Villa in the FA Cup third-round on Friday night, and Potter could be in the dugout for that game.

Ex Chelsea gaffer Potter was open to a short-term contract to take over at the London Stadium should Lopetegui be sacked as reveal by GIVEMESPORT

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BREAKING: Saudi Arabia Sack Hervé Renard Two Months Before World Cup—-Saudi Arabia have dismissed head coach Hervé Renard in a shock decision less than two months before the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The Saudi Arabian Football Federation confirmed the move, bringing an abrupt end to Renard’s second spell in charge despite successfully guiding the team to qualification for the tournament.

The 57-year-old Frenchman, who previously led the team between 2019 and 2023, had returned in late 2024 after a stint with the France women’s national team. He is widely remembered for overseeing Saudi Arabia’s famous 2-1 victory over eventual champions Argentina at the 2022 World Cup.

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Renard confirmed his exit, acknowledging the timing but expressing pride in his achievements, including leading Saudi Arabia to multiple World Cup qualifications.

With the World Cup fast approaching, Saudi Arabia are now expected to appoint a replacement quickly, with Greek coach Georgios Donis reportedly among the leading candidates.

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JUST IN: Ex Chelsea Manager Frank Lampard Guides Coventry City to Historic Premier League Promotion After 25 Years

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JUST IN: Ex Chelsea Manager Frank Lampard Guides Coventry City to Historic Premier League Promotion After 25 Years—-Coventry City have secured promotion to the Premier League for the first time in 25 years, completing a remarkable turnaround under head coach Frank Lampard.

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Lampard, who took charge of the club in 2024, has overseen an impressive rise, guiding Coventry from mid-table struggles to Championship leaders. His side’s consistency throughout the 2025/26 season saw them build an unassailable lead at the top of the table, ultimately securing automatic promotion.

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