David Sullivan has been banned from women and academy matches at West Ham United since 2023, it emerges, amid historic allegations and FA investigation
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David Sullivan has been banned from contact with West Ham’s women’s and academy teams since 2023 due to security concerns.
The 77-year-old Hammers owner was investigated by the FA after historic allegations against him were reported to authorities.
Sullivan stood down as co-president of the club before allegations were reported, in which he denied preying on women for sex.
It was learned that the FA investigation continues. Accordingly TimesA watchdog group comprising the club, the FA and the local authority who first reported the story decided to deny Sullivan access to his club’s youth and women’s teams.
Sullivan, who owns a 38.8 percent stake in the club, is accused of abusing his position as the owner of the club. Daily And Sunday Sports Preying on young women for sex.
Yesterday, Daily Mail Sports He reported how Sullivan could be forced to sell his stake in West Ham. The Independent Football Regulator, which has the power to remove owners it deems not to meet the requirements of the owners and managers test, is investigating the matter and has requested information.
David Sullivan has been banned from contact with West Ham women’s and academy teams since 2023.
The FA does not comment on individual cases. A spokesman said: ‘We operate a strong safeguarding program at all levels of English football and all referrals made to us are dealt with in line with our strict policies and procedures.
‘We work closely with the police, one of the statutory bodies for safeguarding issues, and our processes are independently reviewed and verified by the NSPCC’s Child Protection in Sport Unit to ensure they meet the highest standards. ‘We take all allegations and concerns about security very seriously and thoroughly investigate every case within our jurisdiction.’
A West Ham spokesman said: ‘West Ham United have clear and robust safeguards in place; These measures are independently evaluated and audited on an annual basis.
‘The Club is unable to comment or provide details on any individual protection matters in accordance with standard practice in the industry.’
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