Graham Potter closing in on a return to management with West Ham to replace Julen Lopetegui; positive talks held with club officials and he could be in charge for the FA Cup clash against Aston Villa on Friday;

Graham Potter hasn't worked in football since April 2023 but has been installed as the favourite to replace Julen Lopetegui at West Ham following a run of one win in five matches

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Graham Potter is considering an offer to become West Ham’s new manager, with Julen Lopetegui on the cusp of being sacked just six months into his reign. Lopetegui, who took up his post in July, has come under increasing pressure in recent weeks and Saturday’s 4-1 defeat away at Manchester City could prove to be the final straw.

West Ham have sacked Julen Lopetegui after a 4-1 defeat to Manchester City at the weekend, reports say. The east London outfit already have a replacement in mind to step in with former Chelsea and Brighton boss Graham Potter the leading candidate.

West Ham are considering whether to sack Julen Lopetegui following Saturday's heavy defeat at Manchester City and have held talks with Graham Potter about taking over.