Frank Lampard’s Chances of Being the Next West Ham Manager Revealed Amid Nuno Sack Latest

West Ham United are reportedly considering a managerial change following Nuno Espírito Santo's sacking amid a dismal run that has left the Hammers three points from the Premier League relegation zone.[1] As speculation intensifies, Frank Lampard emerges as a discussed candidate, though his chances remain slim according to latest insights.[1][3][4][5]

Lampard, currently thriving at Coventry City, has transformed the Sky Blues into Championship frontrunners, sitting 12 points clear at the top and on course for automatic promotion.[1][2] Since taking over in 2024, he has earned multiple Manager of the Month awards, revitalizing his career after mixed spells at Derby County, Chelsea (top-four finish and FA Cup final), and Everton.[1] Betting markets list him as a long-shot outsider, behind frontrunner Michael Carrick, due to Coventry's mid-season success making a move unlikely without a compelling offer.[1]

Reports from insiders reveal West Ham sounded out Lampard via intermediaries, particularly in scenarios involving prior managers like Graham Potter, but the club has since ruled out pursuing him.[3][4][5] Sources indicate intermediaries were approached should Potter depart, yet West Ham decided against it, citing Lampard's commitment to Coventry's promotion push.[5]

Adding intrigue, Lampard has praised Coventry forward Haji Wright—a January transfer target for West Ham—noting his "great quality finishing," movement, and work ethic after a hat-trick.[2] However, Wright may hesitate to join a relegation-threatened side from a promotion favorite.[2]

While Lampard's Premier League experience appeals, West Ham's hierarchy views appointing him as risky given his availability hinges on Coventry faltering—a low-probability event.[1] Carrick leads odds-on, with other names like Slaven Bilić floated but dismissed as gambles.[1] As of early 2026, Lampard's Hammers return looks improbable amid the Nuno fallout.[1]

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