Football regulator 'in contact' with West Ham over David Sullivan allegations
The football regulator is in contact with West Ham after allegations were made against co-owner David Sullivan that he had pressured aspiring models for sex.
The UK's football regulator is in contact with West Ham after allegations were made against co-owner David Sullivan that he had pressured aspiring models for sex. The 77-year-old recently quit as chairman of the east London football club to fight what he claimed were "false allegations" about his conduct. On Monday, the BBC and The Times reported the accounts of seven women who claimed Mr. Sullivan engaged in sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour. The Independent Football Regulator (IFR) said it is in contact with the football club seeking information about Mr. Sullivan's suitability as a co-owner following the claims, which he denies. An IFR spokesperson said: "These are extremely serious allegations. "We are in contact with West Ham on this matter and will use our statutory powers to seek urgent information from David Sullivan relating to his suitability under our owners,
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