Julen Lopetegui admitted “frustration” that West Ham could not hold on against Bournemouth but praised the performance of goalscorer Lucas Paqueta.

West Ham still lack an identity under Lopetegui. The 2-0 away victory over Newcastle United was the only game of note where Lopetegui’s tactics impressed. He was rewarded for persisting with full-backs Emerson Palmieri and Wan-Bissaka playing in advanced positions. Tomas Soucek, Lucas Paqueta and Soler impressed as midfield trio.

Julen Lopetegui has endured an awful start to his first season as West Ham boss, with the Hammers just four places outside the Premier League relegation zone ahead of Monday's clash with Wolves

Lucas Paqueta helps West Ham take positive step as Julen Lopetegui displays previously unseen powers - The Hammers were minutes away from recording back-to-back Premier League wins

Julen Lopetegui is set to be in charge of West Ham United when they play Wolverhampton Wanderers on Monday night despite continued speculation over his long-term future at the club. Tuesday’s 3-1 defeat to newly-promoted Leicester City saw away supporters chant about the head coach getting sacked at the King Power Stadium.

West Ham are set to hold a board meeting later this week to decide whether to sack Julen Lopetegui, sources have told ESPN.

West Ham United beat Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-1 in their last game to ease the pressure on Julen Lopetegui.The Hammers broke the deadlock through Tomas Soucek early in the second half before Matt