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West Ham’s Slow Start Raises Questions Over Graham Potter’s Future
West Ham’s struggles at the start of the new Premier League season continued with a 3-0 home defeat to Tottenham Hotspur this past weekend. The Hammers have now won just one of their first four matches, putting manager Graham Potter under increasing pressure to turn things around.
Potter took charge of the East London club late last season following the departure of Julen Lopetegui. With previous managerial experience at Swansea City, Brighton, and Chelsea, expectations were high — but early results have left fans and the board concerned.
Speculation over Potter’s future is already underway, with reports linking West Ham to Coventry City boss Frank Lampard, a club legend from his playing days. While Lampard has impressed in the Championship, some believe West Ham should explore other, more progressive options.
One such candidate is Thiago Motta. The 43-year-old Brazilian is currently without a club after leaving Juventus earlier this year. Motta has previously expressed a desire to work in England, once stating: “The Premier League is sensational and has a style that’s perfectly suited to the way I play. I’ve played many games against English opposition and believe I can enjoy football in England.”
A former midfielder for Barcelona, Atlético Madrid, Inter Milan, and PSG, Motta transitioned into coaching after retiring in 2018. His early managerial career included roles with PSG’s academy, Genoa, and Spezia, before finding success at Bologna.
During his two seasons there, he guided the team to impressive results, winning 46% of matches and earning four Serie A Coach of the Month awards. His work earned him a move to Juventus, though his stint in Turin was short-lived and ultimately unsuccessful.
Despite the setback at Juventus, Motta is widely regarded as a coach with modern ideas and a preference for attacking football — something that could reignite West Ham’s underperforming squad and excite the fanbase. A move to the Premier League would offer him a fresh start and a chance to prove himself on a new stage.
Turning to Lampard may feel like the safer option, but West Ham might benefit from a more ambitious approach.
With a strong squad unlikely to be dragged into a relegation battle, the club has an opportunity to think boldly if they choose to part ways with Potter.
Next up for the Hammers is a home fixture against Crystal Palace, where they’ll be hoping to bounce back and ease some of the growing pressure on their manager.
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