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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Andy Sims

West Ham chairman denies ‘false allegations’ as he quits with immediate effect

  • David Sullivan has resigned as chairman of West Ham United with immediate effect after 16 years in the role.
  • His decision comes two weeks after the East London club was relegated from the Premier League.
  • Sullivan stated he is stepping down to fight "false allegations " concerning his private life, clarifying that these do not relate to his time in football or the club's operations.
  • He expressed that he does not want personal matters to become an unnecessary distraction or source of instability for the club.
  • Interim chief executive officer Karim Virani will continue to oversee the club's day-to-day operations.

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