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Ex-West Ham fullback Winterburn exclusive: Moyes not safe; the form slide has surprised me

Former West Ham United fullback Nigel Winterburn says he doesn't want to see David Moyes sacked.

There is talk the Hammers board will pull the trigger should Moyes' team lose to fellow relegation candidates Everton this week.

Winterburn has long been a supporter of the Scot, though admits he's now on shaky ground.

Speaking to Tribalfootball.com on behalf of FreeSuperTips, the Arsenal title winner said: "Well, he's not safe.

"I thought they would give him time because of what he's achieved at West Ham, but it's starting to get a bit nervy. You're starting to feel the vibes coming out of West Ham that they are starting to get nervous and worried.

"Once you lose the backing of the supporters it can be difficult, and the board have to be strong.

"I still hope that David Moyes can turn it around, but in terms of results this season it has completely surprised me.

"I did not see it happening to West Ham and the more it goes on the more I worry for them."

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