West Ham Agree Terms With Scott Parker as New Head Coach After Nuno Sacking

West Ham have agreed all terms with Scott Parker as their new head coach, with the contract set to be signed, according to Fabrizio Romano. The move followed the club’s decision to sack Nuno Espírito Santo on Tuesday, 3 November 2026, after back-to-back defeats in the Championship, against Southampton and West Bromwich Albion.

The speed of the appointment reflects the club’s urgency. West Ham are in the Championship and sitting eighth in the table, and the new coach has been tasked with returning the club to the Premier League at the first attempt.

Why Parker Fits the Job

Parker has a strong record of winning promotion from the Championship. He has guided Fulham, Bournemouth and Burnley to promotion, giving him three promotions to the Premier League, and he is seen as an obvious choice for a club that wants a rapid return to the top flight.

His link to the club also helps. Parker played for West Ham from 2007 to 2011, making 113 appearances, and he is widely regarded as a former Hammer who understands the club’s culture.

Key Details at a Glance

The Reported Contract Terms

Reports say Parker is expected to sign a two-and-a-half-year deal. One outlet, Claret & Hugh, reported that the contract includes a promotion-linked clause, meaning that the final two years would be activated only if West Ham win promotion at the first attempt. That outlet also reported that Nuno is set to receive compensation of just under £3 million.

These terms have not been confirmed by the club, so they should be treated as reported details.

Parker’s Recent Career

Parker left Burnley in April 2026, after nearly two seasons in charge at Turf Moor. He has been without a job since then, and he had other Championship interest, according to Ben Jacobs, who reported that rival clubs were also looking at him. West Ham moved quickly to secure his services as a free agent.

Parker’s managerial career has included 260 games, and his time in the Premier League has been more mixed. He lost 52 of his 86 matches in charge of top-flight clubs, according to a Yahoo Sports analysis of his record.

Mark Noble’s Role

Club legend Mark Noble has been placed in temporary charge while the appointment is finalised. Reports say he is also in line to join Parker’s backroom staff, which would give the new coach an experienced figure with knowledge of the club.

What the Appointment Means for West Ham

The immediate test for Parker, according to reports, is to get West Ham back into the Premier League. The club needs to recover from a difficult period under Nuno and win back fans who had grown frustrated with results at the London Stadium.

Supporters will also be watching how Parker balances short-term promotion pressure with the longer-term project he is expected to build.

What Comes Next

The contract still needs to be formally signed and announced by West Ham. Once that happens, Parker’s first match in charge is likely to be the Championship fixture against Cardiff, if he is in place in time.

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