West Ham United have named Graham Potter as their new head coach on a two-and-a-half-year contract. The 49-year-old, formerly in charge at Brighton & Hove Albion and Chelsea, returns to the Premier League after 21 months. He replaces Julen Lopetegui, who was dismissed on Wednesday after just 20 matches.
Potter expressed his excitement, stating, “It was important to me that I waited for the right opportunity. I feel I am a great fit for West Ham, and the club shares my values of hard work and high energy to build a solid foundation for success.”
He will be supported by assistant coach Bruno, first-team coaches Billy Reid and Narcis Pelach, while goalkeeper coach Xavi Valero remains in his role.
Potter’s first match in charge will be an FA Cup third-round tie against Aston Villa on Friday, followed by a Premier League London derby against Fulham on 14 January. West Ham are currently 14th in the league, seven points clear of the relegation zone.
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