January 9, 2025
Graham Potter says he cannot wait to get started and that West Ham are a huge club ahead of his first game against Aston Villa tomorrow.
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 INTRO
0:08 very excited and proud to be head coach of West Ham. Almost like Christmas. Christmas for adults
0:47 it's been 20 months since Chelsea. Been a good break, spoken to lots of owners and directors but as soon as I spoke to this club it felt right for me. This felt like the right one. Fanbase is loyal and passionate
1:50 amazing tradition here. Recent history of success. That's what we want to work towards
2:55 how important was Karen Brady? I spoke to her as a member of the board. Everyone I spoke to was ambitious and professional
3:40 I've brought bruno saltore as assistant head coach. Billy Reid is my assistant. Looking forward to working with staff already at the club
4:59 what specifically about this job? Nothing specific. Sometimes it's a feeling. Combination of lots of factors. This is a massive club, a massive club
6:10 feel you have something to prove? When I hear Pep say he has something to prove, then we all have. I'm comfortable with what I've done
7:40 issue taking over mid season? Having the experience of no pre season with Chelsea I'm more experienced now. Hopefully use that to my advantage. Sometimes when the opportunity comes up you have to take it
8:50 need balance between attacking and defensive football. Excited to get to know the players
9:57 you always have to build trust with supporters. Have to build a team that they recognise
11:33 good marriage between you and West Ham? I feel lucky to be here. I apologise my name has been linked with every other job!
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