The owners will be shocked by the findings of a probe that a Hammers board insider delivered to West Ham supporters regarding David Moyes.
Following the 3-0 loss at Manchester United, David Moyes’s future at West Ham is once again being questioned because the team has not won in 2024.
Since the year’s beginning, the Hammers have lost their last six games.
And a lot of West Ham supporters are still not thrilled with the attitude and style of play.
However, there have been extenuating circumstances. January’s performances and outcomes were impacted by absences and injuries.
Additionally, Moyes’s own mistakes have cost him dearly in a number of games.
Board insider questions supporters about Moyes
West Ham had only lost once in 11 games prior to their defeat by Manchester United.
Just over a month after a thrilling victory against Arsenal to close off 2023 on a high note, the fact that discontent has surfaced so swiftly speaks something about the gap between supporters over the manager.
Moyes’ future at West Ham has been the subject of much speculation.
The Scottish player stated that negotiations to extend his contract are “well down the line” and that he anticipates a resolution shortly, ahead of matches against Man United and Arsenal.
However, several West Ham fans objected, saying they thought the team should take a different tack.
The conclusions of a board confidant’s investigation of Moyes, which was sent to West Ham supporters, will surprise the owners.
The outcomes will surprise owners.
Two of Sean Whetstone’s close associates are vice-chair Karren Brady and majority owner David Sullivan.
Following the loss at Man United, Whetstone asked West Ham season ticket holders on X if they would renew if Moyes secured a new contract.
With the alternatives of “Yes” or “No,” Whetstone posed the question to his nearly 50,000 followers: “West Ham season ticket holders: Given the rumour that David Moyes is about to ink a new deal to prolong his time at West Ham, will you be renewing your season ticket if he does?
Sullivan and colleagues will undoubtedly find something to ponder from the response.
since about 57% of respondents stated that if Moyes were given a new contract, they would not renew. Out of the 5,003 votes, that is 2,850.
57% say they wouldn’t sign up again.
Considering how drastic the recommended course of action is, it is very astounding.
Naturally, it is impossible to confirm whether the poll’s respondents were actual season ticket holders; any X user may have cast a vote.
However, it does indicate the intensity of resentment among some, given West Ham supporters make up the majority of Whetstone’s fan base.
The risk of revenue loss is one thing that will always cause owners to sit up and take notice.
Conversely, speculation around Moyes’ future may fizzle out just as fast as it has flared up again.
The talk over Moyes’ contract will subside if West Ham can get Lucas Paqueta healthy and find their form before the year ends.
Though it will be easier said than done with Arsenal up next.
