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While the league standings suggest West Ham is just five points clear of the relegation waters and seven points adrift of the top seven places, the pattern of play has not instilled confidence in either fans or management. Lopetegui, brought in to instigate a shift towards a more attacking style of football, has communicated to his employers the expectations placed upon him. However, the transition has evidently been rocky, and the confusion exhibited on the field during matches has led many—a significant faction of fans and club officials alike—to question whether a change is necessary for genuine progress.