Niclas Fullkrug came into the team up front and was a nuisance to City’s defence, showcasing his enviable aerial prowess, with flick-ons which helped bring the lively Crysencio Summerville and positive Mohammed Kudus into play.

West Ham United manager Julen Lopetegui has been under immense pressure in recent weeks.The 58-year-old manager has failed to get the best out of his players and the Hammers have been quite mediocre

West Ham United could still make a move for Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin this summer, according to reports - with the former England international entering the final six months of his deal at Goodison Park in a move that could spell an end to his nine-year tenure on Merseyside.

Aston Villa welcome West Ham to Villa Park in the FA Cup on Friday night, but Julen Lopetegui has concerns over a number of his players

West Ham United must make the decision to sack Julen Lopetegui as soon as possible following the 4-1 thrashing at the hands of Manchester City on Saturday afternoon.

West Ham United head coach Julen Lopetegui has admitted he is “not optimistic” about the nature of Jean-Clair Todibo’s injury. The defender was forced off in the 53rd minute of Saturday’s 4-1 defeat at Manchester City and was replaced by Konstantinos Mavropanos.

Julen Lopetegui says he is pessimistic ahead of discovering the extent of the injury which forced Jean-Clair Todibo off against Manchester City. West Ham were beaten 4-1 by City at the Etihad on Saturday afternoon.