West Ham Parts Ways with Technical Director Tim Steidten

The club is finalizing Steidten's departure after transfer missteps and strained relationships with managers, while Graham Potter reshapes the recruitment strategy.

• Tim Steidten, West Ham's technical director since 2023, is leaving the club following criticism over costly and underperforming signings such as Luis Guilherme and Niclas Füllkrug.
• Steidten's role was diminished this month, with his access to transfer systems blocked and Kyle Macaulay, a trusted ally of new manager Graham Potter, appointed as head of recruitment.
• Steidten had contentious relationships with previous managers David Moyes and Julen Lopetegui, both of whom restricted his involvement with the team during their tenures.
• Graham Potter is prioritizing defensive reinforcements, with Brighton's Adam Webster among potential targets, as injuries and suspensions leave West Ham short of center-back options for upcoming matches.
• West Ham is also exploring loan options for strikers and midfielders to address injuries and underperformance in their squad, with names like Brian Brobbey and Dan Neil under consideration.

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