West Ham United have parted ways with head coach Nuno Espírito Santo following a disappointing start to the 2026/27 Premier League season, as the London club looks to reverse its declining fortunes.
The decision comes amid growing concerns over the team’s performances and results, with West Ham struggling to establish consistency in the early stages of the campaign.
The 52-year-old Portuguese manager had been in charge since September 2025 but was unable to prevent West Ham’s relegation from the Premier League last season. Despite being considered among the favourites for automatic promotion, the Hammers currently sit eighth in the Championship, six points behind leaders Middlesbrough.
West Ham have managed just two wins in their last six matches, suffering consecutive home defeats, including a 3-2 loss to Southampton and a 3-1 defeat against West Bromwich Albion. The disappointing results prompted the club’s board to review the team’s progress and conclude that an immediate managerial change was necessary.
Assistant coach Rui Pedro Silva and goalkeeping coach Rui Barbosa have also departed. Meanwhile, Mark Noble, Steve Potts and Gerard Prenderville will take temporary charge ahead of Wednesday’s Championship clash against Cardiff City.
West Ham thanked Nuno and his coaching staff for their contributions and confirmed that the search for a permanent replacement is underway. The club will now focus on improving results and keeping its promotion ambitions alive.
