David Sullivan banned from contact with West Ham women's and youth teams since 2023
BBC Sport · 2026-06-09 · archive
The decision followed a safeguarding investigation opened by the the Football Association.
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West Ham United's David Sullivan has been prohibited from interacting with the club's women's and academy setups since last year. This restriction was implemented following an inquiry into safeguarding matters initiated by football’s governing body. The ban ensures that the prominent club figure maintains no direct involvement with these specific departments while the situation remains under scrutiny. This development highlights the ongoing regulatory oversight regarding personnel conduct within professional football structures. The measures were put in place to address concerns raised during the investigation process, maintaining established standards regarding player welfare and internal conduct across all levels of the game.
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