Overview

• West Ham is close to finalizing a deal with Julen Lopetegui to become the new manager as David Moyes's contract nears expiration.
• Technical director Tim Steidten restricted from first-team areas to avoid conflict during the managerial transition.
• Former Wolves manager Lopetegui and Sporting's Ruben Amorim are the main candidates, with Lopetegui currently favored.
• Internal tensions and disappointing recent performances have fueled speculation about Moyes's imminent departure.
• West Ham focuses on the remaining Premier League games amid managerial uncertainty, aiming to secure a European competition spot.