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The new West Ham manager feels it will be a gradual process to establish a clear philosophy at the London club. Having previously managed Forest, who is settling in to his new position, aims to forge a relationship with the organization’s traditions on an personal level.

Learning the Club’s Ethos

Appointed after the sudden exit of his predecessor, Nuno explained that experienced club employees have been bringing him up to speed about the club’s inner workings. When asked about his interpretation of the club’s famous identity, he grinned and stated that it means different things—some see it as attacking play, while other emphasize heart and determination.

“This is what I’m aiming to comprehend every day,” he said. “It’s more than understanding—we have to feel it. It takes time to internalize it. After it’s internalized, we need to embody it fully.”

He emphasized that emotion is crucial, not just theoretical knowledge. On the topic of style and culture, Nuno conceded they are a long way off from making it a reality. “Merely talking about the ‘West Ham way’—we have to develop it, we must feel it.”

Early Days and Upcoming Tests

His time in charge kicked off with an promising share of the points at Everton. Questioned about how close he is to developing a clear style, he answered, “Personally, I feel very far. It’s challenging and requires effort from everyone at the club. Yet it remains crucial.”

Commonly, supporters have a expectation from followers for entertaining style. The former manager, the club’s top manager in recent times, came under criticism due to his practical style. Later coaches found it tough changing the playing philosophy in the post-Moyes era.

On-Field Approach and Team Structure

Now, it falls to Nuno to determine whether winning are a higher priority than exciting play. The Hammers have conceded a high number of goals in the opening six Premier League games and currently sit in a low position.

“What determines the team’s approach is not the coach,” the manager emphasized. “It’s the squad that influences our approach. We must achieve harmony between defense and attack. It’s not possible to going forward without structure, as that creates opportunities for the opposition. We must defend and organize, but always focusing on our next move once we have the ball.”

Team News

Nuno’s side might have available first-team members for the upcoming match against Arsenal. Furthermore, Nuno suggested a possible recall for an experienced midfielder who was omitted in the most recent fixture. The player had a brief stint under the manager previously, though his time at the club was concluded prematurely.