Julen Lopetegui future: West Ham set to keep faith with manager for Wolves match
Under pressure, Julen Lopetegui will take charge of West Ham United for Monday’s crucial Premier League match against Wolves.
West Ham bosses debated Lopetegui’s future as Hammers manager after Tuesday’s game Leicester City lost 3-1.
However, multiple sources confirmed that the club’s board of directors have decided to keep Lopetegui in the job for the time being.
BBC Sport reported on Wednesday that A decision on his immediate future will be made by the weekend.
Club sources admit that Leicester’s defeat and the defeat at home to Arsenal have taken away from the optimism generated by the victory over Newcastle on November 25, with many fans hoping for changes.
However, Wolves boss Gary O’Neill is under intense pressure following Wednesday’s defeat to Everton and has decided to keep faith in the former Spain and Real Madrid boss.
Some consideration has been given to the fact that Julen Lopetegui’s side performed well for long periods at Leicester but failed to capitalize on their chances – they had 31 shots on goal – and conceded goals too easily.
Former Brighton and Chelsea boss Graham Potter has been linked with West Ham as a potential replacement.
After Wolves, West Ham will face Bournemouth, Brighton and Southampton, followed by Premier League heavyweights Liverpool and Manchester City.
