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West Ham have appointed Graham Potter as their manager after ending days of uncertainty by firing Julen Lopetegui. The shake-up could also lead to the departure of the technical director, Tim Steidten.

It is understood Steidten, who joined in 2023, played a minor part in the negotiations that led to Potter agreeing to replace Lopetegui on a two-and-a-half-year deal. Talks were led by West Ham’s vice-chair, Karren Brady. Sources have indicated West Ham are increasingly unhappy with Steidten over his transfer record, and believe the German could be sidelined if he stays.