Nuno Espírito Santo has been sacked by West Ham.

An official club statement on Tuesday morning revealing the news.

Nuno Espírito Santo sacked with West Ham sitting eighth in the Championship, six points behind league leaders Middlesbrough and the Hammers only two points off third.

The official club statement beginning: ‘West Ham United can confirm that men’s first-team Head Coach Nuno Espírito Santo has left his position with immediate effect. Following a thorough review of the start to the EFL Championship season, the Board of Directors believe that a change is necessary at this time in order to ensure that the Club’s objectives and expectations remain on track.’

Nuno Espírito Santo managed just over 13 months with the Hammers, having arrived late September 2025.

The official West Ham statement going on to say: ‘Assistant Head Coach Rui Pedro Silva and Goalkeeper Coach Rui Barbosa have also departed. West Ham United would like to thank Nuno, Rui and Rui for their hard work and commitment during their time at the Club, and wish them all the very best for the future. The process of recruiting a new Head Coach is already underway. Mark Noble, Steve Potts and Gerard Prenderville will take temporary charge of squad preparations ahead of tomorrow evening’s EFL Championship fixture at Cardiff City, and the Club will make no further comment until the appointment of the new Head Coach is confirmed.’

David Ornstein at The Athletic has reported that former Newcastle United star Scott Parker has already agreed to take over at West Ham.

Parker also played for the Hammers back in the day.