Exclusive: West Ham view proven Championship manager as strong candidate to replace Nuno
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(Credit: Imago) Tue 26 May 2026 19:45, UK West Ham United view former Burnley manager Scott Parker as a strong candidate to take over if they decide to sack Nuno Espirito Santo, sources have told Football Insider.The Irons have a deal for their former midfielder firmly on their radar amid the ongoing uncertainty surrounding Nuno’s future, and feel that a move to land the 45-year-old would be “straightforward” after his exit from Turf Moor. Nuno’s future at West Ham will be settled in the coming days, but it is clear that they want a man in charge who they feel would be capable of securing an immediate return to the top flight. 👔 West Ham United Manager News👔 Get the inside track on the London Stadium dugout with real-time updates on shortlisted candidates and technical leadership strategy.
VISIT THE MANAGER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Scott Parker’s promotion credentials appeal to West HamNuno’s future has been cast into major doubt in the aftermath of West Ham’s relegation being confirmed last weekend. ManagerGames (Seasons)WDLWin %PromotionsNuno Espirito Santo46 (1)309765%1Scott Parker138 (3)76412155%3Parker’s Championship managerial record compared to Nuno’s, as per Transfermarkt.The club hierarchy are already considering their options for their next move, while also deciding on Nuno’s future, and Parker has already emerged as a clear candidate to potentially step into the role.
The remit for West Ham’s boss next term will clearly be to instantly lead them back into the Premier League, and Parker’s proven promotion credentials, plus his links with the club, appear set to stand him in good stead. Agent of key Hammers star already pushing for exitFormer West Ham scout Mick Brown told Football Insider on Monday that Taty Castellanos’ agent is already trying to engineer an exit for his client, just days after the team’s relegation was confirmed.