West Ham’s ’emergency’ Nuno shortlist named – but one target already ruled out

West Ham United have reportedly identified potential replacements for manager Nuno Espirito Santo, but club sources have ruled out target Rob Edwards. Pressure is mounting on Nuno under owner Daniel Kretinsky following consecutive home defeats in the Championship. Journalist Alan Nixon reported that Edwards, Kieran McKenna, and Scott Parker formed a three-man emergency shortlist, but Hammers News reports that an internal club source dismissed Edwards' candidacy as nonsense.

Parker and McKenna were previously considered by West Ham's hierarchy following the club's relegation from the Premier League. Additionally, Wales manager Craig Bellamy is reportedly open to taking the managerial role, with his £700,000 release clause not considered an obstacle. While Nuno remains in charge, upcoming matches against Cardiff and Blackburn could prompt a formal review of his position.