West Ham United find themselves in crisis mode — both on and off the pitch — as their season continues to unravel.
Hammers in freefall after Potter’s sacking
The East London club have endured a nightmare start to the campaign, slipping dangerously close to the relegation zone. Graham Potter paid the price for the poor run of form, losing his job after failing to spark any real momentum. His replacement, Nuno Espirito Santo, has yet to steady the ship, with performances under the former Nottingham Forest boss offering little cause for optimism.
Disillusioned fans have now reached breaking point. A section of the West Ham faithful are preparing to boycott the upcoming clash with Brentford in protest over the direction the club is heading and the perceived mismanagement from the board.
Deeney questions Wilson signing
Among the club’s recent controversies is the signing of Callum Wilson. The veteran striker arrived on a free transfer but has struggled to make any kind of impact at the London Stadium. Speaking on talkSPORT on 17 October (12:42 pm), former Premier League forward Troy Deeney voiced his disappointment over Wilson’s decline.
“They’ve got Callum Wilson in — I love Callum — but he’s coming to the end of it,” Deeney said. “It’s actually sad watching him play now. His body has betrayed him.”
The fading ‘West Ham Way’
Wilson’s struggles have become symbolic of West Ham’s deeper issues. Once known for their flair and identity — the so-called ‘West Ham Way’ — the club has drifted far from that ethos. Recruitment has been poor, with questionable signings and wasted funds on players who lack the energy or hunger to represent the badge with pride.
Relying on an ageing Wilson rather than investing in a fresh, dynamic forward was a gamble that backfired badly. It marked the end of Potter’s reign in dismal fashion, and the early signs suggest it won’t serve Nuno any better.
Just two years removed from their Europa Conference League triumph, the Hammers are a shadow of that spirited side — and the board’s repeated failings have left fans wondering how far the club still has to fall.