West Ham Faces Leadership Struggles as Lopetegui's Future Remains Uncertain

Manager Julen Lopetegui and technical director Tim Steidten are at odds, with tensions rising over poor results and transfer decisions.

West Ham manager Julen Lopetegui and technical director Tim Steidten have a strained relationship, with Steidten stepping away from the training ground during a critical period for the club.
Lopetegui's position is under scrutiny following heavy defeats to Liverpool and Manchester City, leaving the team 14th in the Premier League and just seven points above the relegation zone.
Steidten has been involved in identifying potential managerial replacements, with names like Graham Potter and Edin Terzic reportedly considered, though no decisions have been made.
Injuries to key players, including Jarrod Bowen and Michail Antonio, have exacerbated the club’s struggles, prompting urgent efforts to sign attacking reinforcements in the January transfer window.
West Ham's board is taking a more active role in transfers, as questions arise over Steidten's signings and his knowledge of English football.