West Ham could sack Julen Lopetegui soon. (Photo by Alex Bantling/Getty Images)
Wolves' 2-1 defeat to Ipswich Town on Saturday could have a major impact on West Ham as Gary O'Neill faces sacking following the setback at Molineux.
Jack Taylor's last-minute goal secured the three points for The Tractor Boys, leaving Wolves in 19th place in the Premier League standings having won just two of their 16 matches.
This may be it O'Neill's end at Molineux The English coach was already under intense pressure before facing Ipswich.
Losing to a relegation candidate is not looking for the former Bournemouth boss and could see the Premier League side move for Graham Potter next week.
According to Daily Mail, Wolves They are actively looking for replacements for O'Neill and are believed to have held initial talks with Potter last month. The former Chelsea boss is believed to be unsure about the role, but those at the club could convince him.
Potter's appointment will have a major impact at West Ham, with vice-chairman Karren Brady keen to appoint the English coach to the London club in place of their current coach, Julen Lopetegui.
Karen Brady wants Graham Potter at West Ham
Like O'Neill, Lopetegui is under pressure at West Ham with the Hammers currently sitting 14th in the Premier League having won five of their 15 matches. The Spaniard's reign has been disappointing so far after the London club spent more than £120m on new signings in the summer to help the Irons return to European football.
This did not work for the former Wolves coach and according to the transfer expert Ben JacobsBrady Potter is pushing for the West Ham manager's job behind closed doors.
The journalist claims there is still a very real possibility of Lopetegui being sacked within the next two weeks, depending on results, and Potter remains at the top of the shortlist alongside other names such as Matthias Geisel, Massimiliano Allegri, Edin Terzic and Conceição.
Trouble is brewing behind the scenes at West Ham
The former Chelsea manager's experience in the Premier League will give him a huge advantage over the other candidates, as well as his attractive playing style.
the The West Ham job is likely to appeal more to Potter From Wolverhampton due to differences in resources, but as time goes by, it is becoming more likely that the English coach will be able to meet the challenge at Molineux.
