Tim Steidten wanted rival Premier League manager as Moyes successor

Before Julen Lopetegui was appointed, Tim Steidten reportedly want Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler to lead West Ham United, as reported by the Sun on Sunday.

According to the newspaper, Hurzeler was one of Steidten’s several contenders to succeed David Moyes. But because of his age, he didn’t tick all the boxes.

Managers like Sergio Conceicao and Ruben Amorim were also mentioned in the list but West Ham hierarchy chose to appoint a more experienced manager.

The Hammers made...