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A former European Cup runner-up could replace an under-pressure head coach in England’s top flight.
Several candidates are being considered to replace Julen Lopetegui at West Ham United if the Spaniard is dismissed, according to the Guardian.
Lopetegui’s underwhelming start at West Ham
The 58-year-old replaced David Moyes in the summer but results have been mixed, with the Hammers winning four of 13 matches heading into gameweek 14 against Leicester City.
Their 5-2 thrashing against Arsenal last Saturday heaped more pressure on the Spanish manager, with reports stating a change could be made if the London club are beaten by Leicester City on Tuesday, December 3.
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Lopetegui’s possible replacements
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According to the Guardian, former Juventus and AC Milan manager Massimiliano Allegri is among the candidates considered to replace Lopetegui if the Spaniard is dismissed.
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West Ham’s difficult start to the season has led to speculation about the future of the former Real Madrid and Sevilla boss, with the club exploring potential replacements.
The Italian tactician was recently spotted in London attending a match between Tottenham and Roma, fuelling rumours of his potential return to management.
Allegri boasts an impressive resume, having won six Serie A titles and five Coppa Italia trophies during his managerial career. He also reached two Champions League finals in his first spell in Turin, falling to Barcelona in 2015 and Real Madrid two years later.
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He parted ways with Juventus in May after a mixed second spell with the Old Lady.
What next for West Ham?
Lopetegui takes his West Ham side to face Leicester under new head coach Ruud van Nistelrooy on Tuesday night before hosting Wolves on Monday, December 9.
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