West Ham co-owner accused of preying on women for sex
BBC Sport · 2026-06-08 · archive
Women say David Sullivan told them they needed to have sex with him to feature in his newspapers.
The Story So Far
West Ham United co-owner David Sullivan faces allegations regarding his past behavior during his career in the media industry. Several women have come forward claiming that Sullivan suggested sexual favors were necessary to secure appearances in the publications he previously operated. These accusations center on his conduct as a publisher and his interactions with those seeking exposure in his titles. While the claims pertain to his former business interests, they bring renewed attention to the co-owner of the club. The reports detail accounts of individuals who felt pressured into sexual encounters as a condition for career opportunities within his professional portfolio.
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