West Ham confirm Nuno Espirito Santo stay

West Ham United failed to preserve their Premier League status on the final day despite recording a convincing victory, but manager Nuno Espírito Santo — who had faced uncertainty over his future following the club’s relegation — has now been confirmed to remain in charge.

All indications pointed that West Ham were ready to part ways with Nuno Espirito, after their relegation to the Championship; however, things have taken a different turn, after the club has confirmed his stay at the London Stadium.

West Ham finished 18th in the Premier League table and went into the final day clinging to slim survival hopes, needing results elsewhere to go their way.

The Hammers were relying on fellow strugglers Tottenham Hotspur to drop points against Everton, but a 1-0 victory for Roberto De Zerbi’s side ultimately confirmed West Ham’s relegation.

However, an official statement has now been released to confirm Espirito Santo will not be sacked.

A statement from the Hammers on Wednesday read: “First of all, thank you for the magnificent backing you gave the team throughout Sunday’s match at London Stadium. The players responded by giving it their all but, sadly, the victory against Leeds United wasn’t enough to get us to safety.

“Relegation is obviously not the outcome that anyone at West Ham United would have wanted when the Premier League season started last August.

“For every single person who is passionate about the Club, it hurts deeply and that feeling will sustain for some time.

“As a Board we cannot shy away from the fact our season has not been good enough. We know you, the supporters, have backed the team constantly as always and your loyalty and commitment has not been matched by our final league position.

“We also understand the frustration that many of you feel about the direction the Club has headed in recent years.

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