Macaulay was one of the few from the Potter Crew to stick around after Potter’s sacking in the spring of 2023, presumably continuing in his role as recruitment analyst though taking a backseat to the current braintrust at sporting director.

West Ham are set to complete the appointment of Kyle Macaulay from Chelsea, talkSPORT understands. Macaulay is a long-term colleague of Graham Potter, who he first worked with at Swedish side

One former senior West Ham scout has said that Graham Potter is currently eyeing a reunion with one Chelsea player this month. Potter, who was sacked by Chelsea and has been out of a job since, is now back in the Premier League as head coach of West Ham United.

West Ham to appoint Chelsea transfer guru Kyle Macaulay in Graham Potter reunion - Hammers close to deal that would reunite new boss with his trusted recruitment analyst

West Ham United have agreed a deal with Chelsea to reunite new head coach Graham Potter with his trusted recruitment analyst Kyle Macaulay.

West Ham are in advanced talks to reunite Chelsea analyst Kyle Macauley with Graham Potter. Chelsea say goalkeeping coach Ben Roberts is key at the club and won't be re-joining Potter, having been brought to Stamford Bridge by the club's former manager.

Former Chelsea boss, Graham Potter, signed a new contract with West Ham United to become their manager. He began training with the club effective immediately after Julen Lopetegui faced sacking on 10th January 2025.