Former Chelsea boss Graham Potter is set to replace Julen Lopetegui as West Ham manager after agreeing a two and a half year deal and will be in charge for FA Cup tie at Aston Villa

Graham Potter is set to take charge of West Ham following Julen Lopetegui's dismissal.

The Spaniard was relieved of his duties following a poor run of form culminating in a  4-1 defeat by Manchester City at the Etihad on Saturday which followed a 5-0 drubbing by Liverpool.

Graham Potter hasn't worked in football since April 2023 but has been installed as the favourite to replace Julen Lopetegui at West Ham following a run of one win in five matches

Julen Lopetegui's future at West Ham is in serious doubt following the 5-1 defeat at Manchester City on Saturday, with Graham Potter in talks over potentially replacing the Spaniard

West Ham are said to be closing to making the decision to fire Julen Lopetegui - just over six months since joining the Hammers following David Moyes' departure