West Ham confirm Scott Parker as head coach after sacking Nuno Espírito Santo

Scott Parker has been confirmed as West Ham's new head coach, signing a two-and-a-half year contract after Nuno Espírito Santo was sacked on Tuesday. The 46-year-old, a former West Ham midfielder, takes over with the club sitting eighth in the Championship and will manage his first game at Cardiff on Wednesday. Parker brings a strong promotion pedigree, having previously guided Burnley, Bournemouth, and Fulham into the Premier League.