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West Ham official statement names former Newcastle United star as their new manager

West Ham have named former Newcastle United and England star Scott Parker as their new manager. An official announcement on Wednesday morning. This follows Tuesday’s sacking of Nuno Espírito Santo....You can click here to read the full article.

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 10:12 AM
West Ham official statement names former Newcastle United star as their new manager
Key Things to Know
  • West Ham United have appointed former player Scott Parker as their new men's first-team Head Coach.
  • Parker signed a two-and-a-half-year contract, replacing Nuno Espírito Santo after West Ham dropped to eighth in the Championship.
  • His coaching staff includes Steve Potts, Gerard Prenderville, Billy Lepine, and former teammate Mark Noble.
The Story in 60 Seconds

West Ham United have officially appointed former player and Newcastle United star Scott Parker as their new men's first-team Head Coach. The 46-year-old former Hammers captain signed a two-and-a-half-year contract at London Stadium, taking over immediately ahead of an away Championship match against Cardiff City. Parker replaces Nuno Espírito Santo, who was dismissed with the club sitting eighth in the Championship table.

Parker will be supported by first-team coaches Steve Potts, Gerard Prenderville, and Billy Lepine, alongside Mark Noble. West Ham Interim CEO Karim Virani confirmed Parker was the unanimous choice of the board to lead the team back to the Premier League. Parker becomes the club's fourth managerial appointment since David Moyes departed.

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