West Ham United confirms David Sullivan has stepped down from his role after 16 years on the club’s board, a move announced amid fan protests and following the impending publication of serious historic allegations. The club states Sullivan has resigned as a director of WH Holding Limited and West Ham United Football Club to address the matter privately, with interim CEO Karim Virani set to continue leading day-to-day operations while the club reviews its board structure.
Sullivan denies any wrongdoing and plans to sue the BBC and other outlets over what he calls false, decades-old allegations. He describes stepping down as painful but necessary to focus on defending his reputation and moving West Ham forward, expressing confidence in the Board and interim leadership to guide the club in the near term.
Key takeaways:
– David Sullivan has stepped down as West Ham United Joint-Chair and director of WH Holding Limited and the club.
– The departure follows serious, alleged historical claims and ongoing legal actions announced by Sullivan against the BBC and other media.
– Interim CEO Karim Virani will lead daily operations; the club will update on future board structure in due course.
