West Ham have appointed former midfielder Scott Parker as the club’s new head coach on a two-and-a-half-year contract.
The club confirmed Parker’s return in a managerial role, marking his appointment as head coach after his previous association with West Ham as a player.
No further details about the circumstances of the appointment, Parker’s coaching staff or his immediate priorities were provided in the available announcement. The length of the agreement means he is set to take charge under a contract lasting two and a half years.