West Ham’s concerns over Nuno Espírito Santo’s financial demands could open the door for Slaven Bilic to replace Graham Potter, who is clinging on to his job after a dreadful start to the season. David Sullivan, West Ham’s largest shareholder, is considering his options after defeat against Crystal Palace on Saturday and is widely expected to sack Potter soon. No decision has been made and, as it stands, the former Chelsea manager will be in charge for the trip to Everton next Monday.
The feeling inside and outside the club is that Sullivan’s lack of clarity over his next move has provided Potter with a reprieve. West Ham have held informal talks with Nuno about taking over but sources have cautioned that the former Nottingham Forest manager could be too expensive. There are also indications that the is prepared to wait for another job should West Ham prove unwilling to agree to his terms.
