Steve Nickson appears set to take on a significantly expanded role at West Ham United as the club reshapes its football operations ahead of the new season.
The Hammers are moving forward with plans to strengthen their recruitment structure following the departure of Max Hahn, who recently stepped down from his position as head of recruitment.

However, rather than appointing a direct replacement, the club are understood to be preparing a wider remit for Nickson, giving him greater influence across several key areas of the football department.
Nickson has already established himself as an important figure behind the scenes at the London Stadium, earning a reputation for his extensive scouting network and long-standing experience in player identification.
His growing influence reflects the club’s desire to streamline decision-making and create a more integrated approach to recruitment.
Under the proposed structure, Nickson would not only oversee recruitment matters but also play a larger role in shaping the club’s broader football infrastructure.
The move signals West Ham’s intention to modernise their operations and ensure closer alignment between scouting, recruitment and long-term squad planning.
The changes come at a crucial time for the club as they prepare for a busy summer transfer window.
Strengthening the recruitment department has become a priority, with West Ham keen to improve efficiency and maximise their ability to identify and secure key targets.
If finalised, Nickson’s promotion would represent a major vote of confidence in one of the club’s most trusted football operators and place him at the centre of West Ham’s future planning.