Former West Ham manager Julen Lopetegui is expected to take the role of Qatar's national team manager, marking his return to football after a challenging period. Lopetegui, who had notable tenures at Wolves, Real Madrid, and the Spanish national team, struggled at West Ham, where poor recruitment hampered his performance. Despite this, his new role with Qatar offers him a unique opportunity to contribute to their international ambitions. The problems at West Ham highlight significant issues in squad management and recruitment strategies, which have been detrimental to the club’s success this season.
Former West Ham United manager Julen Lopetegui is reportedly set to be announced as the new manager of the Qatar national team.
Lopetegui has previously impressed in the Premier League during a stint in charge of Wolves, while he's also had big jobs with Real Madrid and the Spanish national team.
Qatar look to make progress on the international scene, and it's perhaps not surprising that the 58-year-old struggled to find a job after a dire stint.
West Ham's recruitment has probably been the single biggest issue, with big money spent on flops like Niclas Fullkrug and Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
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