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Potter can do well at West Ham but he needs time
New West Ham United manager Graham Potter during a press conference at the London Stadium, January 9, 2025

WEST HAM have appointed former Chelsea and Brighton boss Graham Potter as their new manager. Fans will be hoping the new incumbent does better than outgoing manager Julen Lopetegui.

Lopetegui never really seemed to fit at West Ham. Appointed last May to replace David Moyes, suddenly funds became available for players. More than £130 million was spent on nine players.

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