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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Luke Baker

West Ham make major announcement on Nuno Espirito Santo’s future after Premier League relegation

  • West Ham United were relegated to the Championship after a 14-season tenure in the Premier League on Sunday, despite securing a 3-0 victory against Leeds in their final match, as Tottenham Hotspur's win over Everton ensured their own survival.
  • Manager Nuno Espirito Santo will continue in his role, with the club confirming his commitment to lead the team's immediate push for promotion back to the Premier League in a statement released on Wednesday morning.
  • The board expressed confidence in Nuno, highlighting his successful track record of guiding Wolverhampton Wanderers to the Championship title in 2018 and the significant improvement in West Ham's performance and mentality since January.
  • The relegation is projected to result in approximately £200 million in lost revenue for West Ham, potentially leading to the sale of key players such as Mateus Fernandes and Jarrod Bowen .
  • The club's board acknowledged the deep disappointment and frustration among supporters, admitting their season was not good enough and pledging to thoroughly review all club operations to ensure a stronger future.

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West Ham keep Nuno Espirito Santo as boss in pursuit of Premier League return

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