Football regulator could force David Sullivan to sell West Ham stake
The Guardian · 2026-06-09 · archive
Former pornographer, who owns 38.8% of club, has been accused of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviourThe football regulator could force David Sullivan to sell his stake in West Ham United after the former pornography billionaire was accused of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour against women over several decades.The 77-year-oldannounced his resignationas a director and co-chair of the football club on Saturday, ahead of a joint investigation by the BBC and the Times reporting on seven women accusing him of sexual misconduct.Continue reading...
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West Ham United shareholder David Sullivan faces the possibility of being forced to sell his 38.8% stake in the club by a football regulator. This follows Sullivan’s recent resignation as director and co-chairman, which occurred ahead of a joint media investigation. Several women have made allegations of inappropriate conduct and exploitative actions against him spanning many decades. Under proposed regulatory frameworks regarding owner suitability, Sullivan could be required to relinquish his remaining financial interest. Such a move would significantly alter the club's ownership structure and conclude his long-term involvement in the management and governance of the Hammers moving forward.
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