AdminWest Ham United have announced that Joint-Chairman David Sullivan has stepped down from his position with immediate effect following the emergence of serious historic allegations.
The club confirmed that Sullivan has also resigned as a director of both WH Holding Limited and West Ham United Football Club. According to the statement, the allegations do not relate to West Ham United or any aspect of the club’s operations.
Sullivan, who has been a central figure at the London Stadium for many years, has chosen to step aside after being informed of the impending publication of the claims. Through his legal representatives, he has strongly denied any illegal conduct.
The club stressed that the decision was taken by Sullivan in an effort to prevent disruption to West Ham’s day-to-day activities while he deals with the matter privately.
In an official statement, West Ham said: “Mr Sullivan denies any illegal conduct and has taken the decision to step down in order to avoid disruption to the Club while he addresses the matter privately.”
The announcement comes during an already significant period of change for the Hammers following their relegation from the Premier League.
West Ham also confirmed that Interim Chief Executive Officer Karim Virani will continue to oversee the club’s daily operations while reporting to the current Board of Directors.
Further details regarding the future structure of the board are expected to be provided in due course.
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