West Ham United currently sits in 14th place in the league, having gathered just four points from their first five matches of the season.
The Hammers began the campaign with a sense of optimism and the hope for a more promising future, particularly following the departure of David Moyes and the appointment of Julen Lopetegui as the new manager.
Lopetegui, who arrived with a strong reputation, was given the club’s full support to invest in new players, which he did, making significant expenditures to enhance the squad. His efforts were aimed at addressing the various challenges that the team faced in the previous season.
However, the start to this season has been nothing short of disastrous for the east London club, which now finds itself perilously close to the relegation zone as the season unfolds.
Recent reports from GiveMeSport suggest that Lopetegui is under immense pressure, with just three matches left to prove he can turn the team’s fortunes around at the London Stadium.
The upcoming EFL Cup clash against Liverpool is expected to be particularly challenging, given West Ham’s current form and Liverpool’s recent performances.
Despite an impressive summer transfer window, which saw the arrivals of players like Crysencio Summerville, Max Kilman, and Niclas Füllkrug, the club has significantly underperformed thus far.
One of the key issues has been Lopetegui’s apparent struggle to integrate these new signings into the team effectively. As a result, he seems to be out of his depth at the club, leading to growing concerns among fans and pundits alike.
A point of contention for many supporters is the decision to regularly select Konstantinos Mavropanos in the starting lineup over the newly signed Jean-Clair Todibo.
Many fans have expressed confusion and frustration regarding this choice, questioning why a player who has recently joined the squad isn’t getting more opportunities on the pitch. Such decisions have not only raised eyebrows but have also contributed to the mounting criticism aimed at the new manager.
Lopetegui’s inability to adapt his strategies or make necessary changes to the lineup in response to these early season struggles could ultimately jeopardize his position.
As the pressure intensifies and with the prospect of relegation looming, the manager needs to act decisively to rectify the situation. Failure to do so in the coming weeks could lead to severe repercussions for both him and the team, potentially costing him his job.
