David Sullivan banned from contact with West Ham women's and youth teams since 2023
Summary
David Sullivan, co-owner of West Ham United, has been banned from contacting the club’s women’s and youth teams since 2023 due to safeguarding concerns. He resigned as co-chair and director in 2024 after allegations of inappropriate conduct were reported, but remains the club’s largest shareholder.Key Facts
- David Sullivan was banned in 2023 from contacting West Ham women’s and youth teams over safeguarding concerns.
- The ban also stops him from attending their matches and remains in effect today.
- The Football Association started the investigation after receiving allegations about Sullivan’s behavior.
- Sullivan denied the allegations and said they were false and from decades ago.
- He stepped down as co-chair and director in 2024 but still owns the largest share of the club.
- Multiple women, some young models from Sullivan’s newspaper businesses, accused him of abusing his power.
- Some women reported to the police, but no charges have been made.
- West Ham and the FA said they have strong safeguarding measures but cannot discuss individual cases.
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