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The behaviour of technical director Tim Steidten could be an issue for Julen Lopetegui at West Ham it has been suggested. It is fair to say that West Ham’s recruitment chief Tim Steidten has had a topsy turvy first 15 months at the club. From hero to villain and back again, Steidten is facing fresh criticism as dark clouds gather over the London Stadium. Steidten is probably one of the only technical directors in football for whom fans have their own dedicated chant. ‘Timmy Steidten’s magic’ can often be heard ringing out on concourses during Hammers matchdays. It is sung in appreciation of th…

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