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It has been a difficult season for Skinner, who was not fully supported in the summer transfer window and has suffered a string of disappointing results.
Her team had been flirting with relegation for several seasons but Skinner was able to guide them over the line and bring in some exciting players.
They were smart in the low-budget transfer window, finding ways to sign foreign players who did not meet league standards by sending them out on loan first.
As the club’s first female manager, she was also instrumental in driving structural changes, pushing for more staff, more women’s medical research, maternity support and the overall stability of the team.
Sources at West Ham speak fondly of Skinner’s dedication during her time in the role, but there was an expectation to build on last season’s performance and finish ninth.
But they have been disappointing this season, and although they have performed well at times, they have consistently lacked organization and solidity.
At this stage last season, they had eight points compared to the five they currently have, and Skinner, an experienced coach, will know that football is results-based.
The timing of West Ham’s decision allows them to reset themselves over the winter break and, perhaps more importantly, work in the transfer window to build a squad for her successor.
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