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'Paid to fail' - Simon Jordan reveals how West Ham can escape £3m Nuno compensation

A swipe at Sean Dyche, a bemoaning of contract law, and ‘demented cuckoos’; Simon Jordan was a man fired up when discussing West Ham United’s decision to sack Nuno Espirito Santo on Tuesday.

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Scott Parker takes clear swipe at Nuno over West Ham's 'pointless' style of play

Scott Parker has heavily criticised Nuno Espirito Santo for the ‘pointless’ way he has left West Ham playing after overseeing the 3-3 comeback draw at Cardiff, saying the players look like they don’t understand what is required.

Nottingham Forest News / Hammers News / November 4

Ratings: Did Scott Parker expose Nuno's 1/10 West Ham trio on his debut?

It looked like different manager, same old West Ham as the infuriatingly slow starters plumbed new depths on Scott Parker’s return – but did the new Hammers boss cleverly expose three of Nuno Espirito Santo’s boys in the 3-3 comeback draw at Cardiff?

Soccer News / Hammers News / November 4

Nuno curse hits Scott Parker as West Ham suffer Cardiff City calamity

Tonight is West Ham United’s 17th match in league and cup during the 2026/27 campaign. Scott Parker’s first, coming after 16 under the stewardship of Nuno Espirito Santo.

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Soccer News / Hammers News / November 4

'I'm moved'… West Ham fans applaud Scott Parker's big call but ask £20m question

Nuno Espirito Santo lost his job at West Ham United following successive home league defeats in which the Londoners conceded six times. So Scott Parker – remember, his Burnley side conceded a record-breaking 16 goals en route to promotion in 2024/25 – might have considered re-calling Soungoutou Magassa as a bit of a no-brainer.

Nottingham Forest News / Hammers News / November 4

Scott Parker reveals why he always loved West Ham more than Tottenham, 'felt it instantly'

Scott Parker believes he played ‘probably the best football’ of his career at West Ham United. Now, he will be hoping to enjoy the best spell of his managerial career in East London, too.

Nottingham Forest News / Hammers News / November 4

'Make no mistake' McAnuff has a stern message for West Ham fans doubting Parker

Jobi McAnuff has sent a stern message to West Ham supporters questioning Scott Parker’s appointment, insisting the new manager will get far more out of the squad than Nuno Espirito Santo and dismissing fears over his style of play.

Nottingham Forest News / Goal.com / November 4

Scott Parker returns to West Ham as head coach to replace Nuno Espirito Santo and lead Championship promotion push

West Ham United have appointed former midfielder Scott Parker as their new head coach on a two-and-a-half-year deal to revive their faltering Championship promotion bid.

Nottingham Forest News / Hammers News / November 4

Scott Parker confirmed as new West Ham United manager

Scott Parker has officially been appointed as the new manager of West Ham United on a two-and-a-half-year contract. Parker replaces Nuno Espirito Santo, who was dismissed by the Hammers following a poor start to the season that sees West Ham a point off the play-offs in the Championship in eighth place.

Nottingham Forest News / Hammers News / November 3

Exclusive: West Ham considered 10 managers before choosing 'standout' Parker

West Ham looked at a staggering 10 managers as candidates to replace Nuno Espirito Santo in the 60 hours between the defeat to West Brom and his sacking before choosing ‘standout’ Scott Parker, Hammers News can reveal.

Soccer News / Hammers News / November 3

Newcastle one of five clubs Nuno tipped to join after West Ham sack

After being sacked by West Ham United, Nuno Espirito Santo is already being tipped for a host of clubs – including north east rivals Newcastle United and Sunderland.

Nottingham Forest News / Hammers News / November 3

Alan Smith backs West Ham board and fans over Nuno sack but warns Parker

West Ham fans were right to want Nuno Espirito Santo out and the board did the correct thing by sacking him according to leading Sky Sports pundit Alan Smith, who also has a warning for imminent replacement Scott Parker.

Soccer News / Hammers News / November 3

Nuno sacked: West Ham fan reaction speaks volumes as gamble backfires on Daniel Kretinsky

The sacking of Nuno Espirito Santo has drawn a positive response from swathes of West Ham United fans following an underwhelming start to their Championship

Nottingham Forest News / Hammers News / November 3

Confirmed: Scott Parker flies into UK for West Ham unveiling and Mark Noble truth

Sky Sports report they have had it confirmed that Scott Parker is on a flight to London to be unveiled as West Ham’s new manager and will be assisted by sporting director Mark Noble.

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Nottingham Forest News / Hammers News / November 3

Official West Ham statement confirms primary reason Nuno was sacked as Scott Parker awaits

West Ham United have been bullish about their expectations this season, so it is of little surprise that Daniel Kretinsky and company released a statement

Soccer News / Hammers News / November 3

Exclusive: Nuno stubbornness over outcasts played part in West Ham sacking

Nuno Espirito Santo’s stubbornness over a number of West Ham outcasts played a part in the club’s decision to sack him, Hammers News can exclusively reveal.

Soccer News / GiveMeSport / November 3

Sources: West Ham Agree Deal to Appoint Scott Parker

West Ham United have made Scott Parker a leading contender to replace Nuno Espirito Santo as their next manager, GIVEMESPORT understands. The Hammers made

Nottingham Forest News / Goal.com / November 3

West Ham sack Nuno Espirito Santo! Hammers confirm coaching change after West Brom defeat as replacement confirmed

West Ham United have officially parted ways with head coach Nuno Espirito Santo as the club attempts to rescue its promotion ambitions. The former Wolves and Tottenham boss departs following a difficult start to life in the Championship after the Hammers were relegated from the top flight last term.

Nottingham Forest News / Football League World / November 1

Nuno reacts to what West Ham & West Brom fans chanted at him on Saturday

West Ham United head coach Nuno Espirito Santo has responded to calls for him to be sacked following Saturday's 3-1 defeat to West Bromwich Albion at the London Stadium.

Soccer News / Football League World / November 1

6 Nuno replacements Daniel Kretinsky must line up at West Ham as sack calls grow

Two successive home defeats in eight days have led to calls for Nuno Espirito Santo to be sacked as the West Ham United manager. The reaction of the fans at the end of West Ham United's 3-1 home defeat against West Bromwich Albion couldn't have been much clearer.

Soccer News / Goal.com / October 31

Nuno Santo feels the heat as West Brom sink West Ham 3-1 to leave the Championship promotion favourites six points off the pace

West Ham head coach Nuno Espirito Santo faced the wrath of the London Stadium crowd after a 3-1 defeat to West Bromwich Albion in the Championship on Saturday.

Nottingham Forest News / Nottingham Forest News / October 26

Player binned by Nuno Espirito Santo at Nottingham Forest and West Ham ridicules former boss

Nuno Espirito Santo left Nottingham Forest in September 2025 to start a very chaotic period for the Reds. Espirito Santo led Forest to seventh place in 2024/25, but some interference on the transfer front saw the head coach endure a torrid relationship with Edu, and the pair fell out.

Soccer News / Saints Marching / October 25

Could Nuno Espirito Santo be handed the West Ham sack after dramatic Southampton win?

There have been two managerial departures in the EFL this Sunday. Nicky Hayen was finally put out of his Burnley misery, after the downtrodden Clarets lost 4-1 away at Lincoln City.