West Ham’s 2020-21 season has been a rollercoaster of emotions, with moments of progress, stagnation, and indifference. The team finished ninth in the Premier League, a far cry from their historic night in Prague last season. However, despite the disappointing drop-off after Christmas, David Moye’s departure was not enough to push them into relegation. Overall, it has been considered an okay season in the context of recent history.
One of the standout players for West Ham this season has been Jarrod Bowen. He has been instrumental in their attacks and has scored 16 goals in the Premier League, putting him in the top 10 goalscoring charts. With his contract running until 2030, there is still potential for more improvement from this young star.
However, one major frustration for West Ham this season was their matches against Bayer Leverkusen. Despite coming close to an away draw in the first leg, they ultimately conceded a stoppage time goal to make the return game at London Stadium an uphill battle. Despite leading early on, they struggled to maintain their momentum and fell short of a comeback.
As West Ham looks towards next season, appointing Julen Lopetegui as their new manager will be crucial. While some fans are excited about his coaching abilities at Sevilla, Real Madrid and Wolves respectively; others are hesitant due to his past failures at these clubs. It will be essential for Lopetegui to prove himself quickly and make an impact on this team if he wants to succeed at West Ham United.
