West Ham appoint new director of player recruitment
BBC Sport · 2026-07-04 · archive
West Ham United have appointed Nils Koppen as their new director of player recruitment.
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West Ham United has finalized the hiring of Nils Koppen, who joins the organization to serve in a director-level role focused on player recruitment. This appointment represents a significant development for the club’s backroom structure, as Koppen takes responsibility for overseeing scouting activities and identifying potential signings. Working as a central figure within the technical department, he will collaborate with the existing management team to refine how the club navigates future transfer markets. The move underscores an effort to enhance the recruitment methodology, focusing on a strategic and comprehensive approach to improving the first-team squad and ensuring long-term competitive success.
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