Milan are close to appointing Julen Lopetegui, which would prevent him from replacing David Moyes as West Ham United manager.
Lopetegui is one of the favorites to become West Ham manager, with Moyes expected to have a vacancy when his contract expires at the end of the season. But Milan are also looking for a managerial change and are set to appoint the Spaniard as Stefano Pioli’s replacement. Lopetegui values more the opportunity to join an Italian giant.
West Ham have held productive talks with Lopetegui, who has been out of work since leaving Wolves last summer. However, it is understood that key figures at the London Stadium are divided over whether the former Spain and Real Madrid manager is the right person to succeed Moyes, whose hopes of securing a new deal have all but been dashed.
West Ham, who still have a chance of qualifying for the European competition, are also considering Lille’s Paulo Fonseca, Stuttgart’s Sebastian Hoeness, Hansi Flick and Fulham’s Marco Schie. Alva. There is little sign that they will move on to Graham Potter.
West Ham United held unsuccessful talks with Sporting Lisbon’s Ruben Amorim last Monday and the 39-year-old has apologized to the Portuguese club. “That was a mistake. The timing was completely wrong,” Amorim said. “I always ask for respect from my players… but I didn’t – even though I informed the club before. I’m sorry, I apologize to the fans, the club and the players.
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The Portuguese missed out on Arne Slott’s chance to take charge of Liverpool. If West Ham end the season on a strong note, Moyes could be in for a late U-turn.
