Overview

• West Ham sit 18th after four defeats in five league games, conceding 11 goals overall and eight in two home fixtures.
• Owners expect a reaction against Crystal Palace on Saturday, with supporter groups planning demonstrations before the match.
• Contingency candidates include former manager Slaven Bilic and ex-Nottingham Forest coach Nuno Espirito Santo, with Sean Dyche also linked.
• Gary O’Neil is under consideration due to his Premier League track record and free-agent status, according to the latest reporting.
• A recent club statement acknowledged substandard results and intensified scrutiny of recruitment and set-piece defending as internal reviews continue.