West Ham United is reportedly in advanced stages of contract talks with manager David Moyes, according to The Sun’s Alan Nixon.
Despite the recent 6-0 defeat to Arsenal, negotiations for a new deal are said to be progressing, with Moyes well on the way to agreeing to an extension. The Arsenal loss is considered a “one-off” and has not deterred the club from recognizing Moyes’ contributions.
David Moyes has experienced a roller-coaster journey at the London Stadium, marked by ups and downs throughout his tenure. The pinnacle of his time with the Hammers was undoubtedly the historic Europa Conference League success last season, securing a place for him in the club’s history.
Additionally, Moyes has steered West Ham into the knockout stages of this season’s Europa League while maintaining a respectable position in the Premier League, currently sitting eighth in the table.
Despite these achievements, Moyes has faced criticism from some fans regarding the style of play adopted by the team.
Frustrations reached a peak during the recent match against Arsenal, where thousands of home supporters left the London Stadium at halftime, signaling discontent. The 6-0 defeat was a significant setback for Moyes, and subsequent to that loss, West Ham faced another defeat, losing 2-0 to Nottingham Forest.
The recent downturn in form has left West Ham without a victory in all competitions in 2024. The challenges have been compounded by a red card for recent acquisition Kalvin Phillips during the match against Nottingham Forest.
Despite these setbacks, the club appears committed to Moyes, viewing the recent defeats as isolated incidents. The ongoing contract talks suggest that West Ham values Moyes’ overall contributions and remains optimistic about his ability to guide the team through challenges and successes in the future.