West Ham co-chairman David Sullivan has confirmed that the club are ‘very close’ to appointing a new manager.
Former boss David Moyes left the club yesterday, having signed a six-month deal back in November after replacing Slaven Bilić.
Sky reported yesterday that the club were planning on approaching Newcastle for manager Rafa Benitez, who was believed to have a release clause of around £6million.
The Hammers have also been linked with a move for Shakhtar Donetsk manager Paulo Fonseca, although recent reports suggest the Portuguese coach had rejected the club and is likely to sign a new deal with the Ukrainian champions.
Former Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini has had his team meet with the club too for talks.
West Ham released a statement regarding their managerial pursuit today on their official website, saying;
West Ham United would like to assure supporters that the Board are extremely confident of appointing a high-calibre first-team manager, who has a proven record both in the Premier League and European football.
The Club expect to make an announcement within the next seven days, following a thorough and strategic process that has identified the best possible candidates.
