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Graham Potter named new West Ham manager
West Ham United have announced the appointment of Graham Potter as their new manager, following the dismissal of Julen Lopetegui.
Lopetegui’s tenure ended on Wednesday, six months after replacing David Moyes. West Ham managed only seven wins in 22 matches across all competitions during his stint. The club confirmed Lopetegui’s departure shortly after finalizing terms with Potter, whose arrival has now been made official.
Upon signing a two-and-a-half-year contract, Potter expressed his excitement:
“I am delighted to be here. It was important to me to wait for the right opportunity, and I believe West Ham United is the perfect fit for me. My discussions with the Chairman and the Board have been extremely positive. We share a commitment to hard work, high energy, and a vision for both short-term and long-term success.
🗣️ “I’m really, really excited”
Graham Potter’s first words as West Ham Head Coach ⚒️
— West Ham United (@WestHam) January 9, 2025
“West Ham United is a massive club, situated at the heart of London, with a passionate fanbase and worldwide support. Witnessing the celebrations following the Europa Conference League victory in 2023, it’s clear this club has everything in place to achieve consistent success, both on and off the pitch.
“The Club has made significant strides in recent years, establishing strong foundations that we can build upon. Winning a European trophy is no accident; it reflects a solid structure within the Club. Now, the challenge is to take the next steps – developing a team and a Club the supporters can take pride in.”
This marks Potter’s return to management since leaving Chelsea in April 2023. His first match in charge will be on Friday, as West Ham face Aston Villa in the FA Cup third round.
West Ham United is delighted to welcome Graham Potter as the Club’s new Head Coach ⚒️
— West Ham United (@WestHam) January 9, 2025