Nuno Espirito Santo, the first black manager to permanently lead four different Premier League teams, has expressed his pride and honor in his groundbreaking role. Appointed by West Ham in September, Nuno rejects the notion that his position is a burden, instead viewing it as a privilege. He remains optimistic about the future, believing that talented black managers will soon join the ranks of Premier League coaches. Nuno attributes his success to a combination of talent, hard work, and luck, while acknowledging the under-representation of ethnic minority coaches in top-tier football. Despite calls for proactive measures like the ‘Rooney Rule,’ Nuno does not believe discrimination is a factor in managerial recruitment. However, critics like Delroy Corinaldi of the Black Footballers Partnership argue that systemic bias persists. Only 11 black coaches have held managerial roles in the Premier League era, with Chris Hughton emphasizing the importance of visible role models like Nuno and Darren Moore. Deji Davies, chair of the FA’s Inclusion Advisory Board, highlights the disparity between the high percentage of black players and the lack of black representation in leadership roles. The FA and Premier League have introduced initiatives to improve diversity, but progress remains slow. Nuno, born in Sao Tome and Principe, also aspires to contribute to football development in his homeland, reflecting on his humble beginnings and the privilege of his current position. As West Ham’s manager, his immediate focus is on avoiding relegation, but he remains committed to fostering diversity and sharing his expertise in the long term.