West Ham sack Nuno Espirito Santo and close in on Scott Parker
The gist
West Ham sacked head coach Nuno Espirito Santo and are in advanced talks to hire Scott Parker.
Parker, a former West Ham captain, must lift a club chasing promotion.
How it unfolded
- Apr 22, 2026Burnley's relegation from the Premier League was confirmed after a 1-0 defeat to Manchester City.
- Apr 30, 2026Scott Parker left Burnley by mutual consent with immediate effect, with Mike Jackson taking over on an interim basis.
- Nov 3, 2026West Ham sacked head coach Nuno Espirito Santo with immediate effect after a "thorough review" of the start to the Championship season; assistant head coach Rui Pedro Silva and goalkeeper coach Rui Barbosa also left.