At times this season for West Ham boss David Moyes, it has felt like one long goodbye.
With his contract running out this summer, the stay-or-go narrative has now ended with the news that former Spain, Real Madrid and Wolves boss Julen Lopetegui will take over.
On Saturday, the 61-year-old Scot will get a chance to acknowledge the fans who have been with him on a remarkable journey at West Ham that took them from the relegation zone during the Covid-enforced break, to glory and silverware on a never-to-be-forgotten night in Prague.
For many neutral observers, it seems harsh.