Despite the board’s vote of confidence, the reality of the league table remains grim. West Ham are currently seven points away from safety, a gap that is becoming increasingly difficult to bridge with each passing week without a victory. The 10-game winless run has eroded confidence among the fanbase, many of whom fear that sticking with the current regime could condemn the club to Championship football next season.
The decision to retain Nuno is a high-stakes gamble. By allowing him to shape the squad in January with expensive, specific targets, the board is effectively tying the club’s long-term future to his vision. If results do not improve immediately, the new signings will remain on the books regardless of who is in charge, potentially complicating any future rebuild.
The irony of the latest defeat was not lost on observers. It was Nottingham Forest, the club Nuno managed prior to his arrival in London, who delivered the latest blow. Losing to his former side has only sharpened the narrative surrounding his struggles, highlighting the contrast between Forest’s stability and West Ham’s current chaos.
For now, Nuno remains at the helm, tasked with integrating his new £50m signings and preparing for the next fixture. But with the gap to safety widening and the patience of the London Stadium faithful wearing thin, the “improvement” seen on Tuesday night must translate into points rapidly if he is to survive the winter.