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The new West Ham manager feels it will be a gradual process to develop a unique playing style at the London club. The former Nottingham Forest manager, who is adjusting to his latest role, wants to connect with the organization’s traditions on an deeper level.

Absorbing the Club’s Ethos

Brought in after the sudden exit of the previous manager, Nuno revealed that longstanding staff have been educating him about the club’s inner workings. In response to a query about his view of the club’s famous identity, he grinned and admitted that it carries various meanings—for some it’s as all-out offense, while other emphasize passion and resilience.

“That’s what I’m working to grasp every day,” he explained. “It goes beyond learning—we have to feel it. Patience is required to internalize it. When it becomes part of us, we must make it part of us.”

He emphasized that feeling is what counts, not just intellectual understanding. On the topic of philosophy and identity, Nuno conceded they are a long way off from making it a reality. “Simply saying the ‘West Ham way’—let’s create it, we need to embrace it.”

Starting Period and Upcoming Tests

The new manager’s start kicked off with an positive share of the points on the road. When asked about the distance he is to developing a recognizable philosophy, he replied, “I think very far. It’s challenging and needs effort from everyone at the club. Yet it remains crucial.”

Commonly, supporters have a demand from followers for entertaining style. The former manager, the club’s top West Ham boss, eventually faced pressure due to his practical style. Later coaches had difficulties transforming the playing philosophy in the years following his exit.

Playing Philosophy and Squad Balance

Nuno has been tasked to decide whether winning are the main goal than entertainment. The team have conceded fourteen goals in the opening six league matches and find themselves in the relegation zone.

“What influences the style of play is not the coach,” Nuno stated. “It depends on the players that decides our style. We must achieve harmony between offense and defense. It’s not possible to attacking recklessly, since that opens up spaces for our opponents. It’s vital to maintain defensive shape, but always focusing on our plan when we recover the ball.”

Squad Updates

The club might have available first-team members ahead of the next match against Arsenal. In addition, the manager left the door open a possible recall for a seasoned player who was left out in the most recent fixture. The player had a brief stint under Nuno last season, but his temporary stay was concluded prematurely.