- The Independent Football Regulator (IFR) has contacted West Ham seeking urgent information regarding co-owner David Sullivan , following allegations of sexually exploitative behaviour made by multiple women.
- The government described the allegations as 'deeply concerning' and stated they must be treated with the 'utmost seriousness' and investigated by relevant authorities.
- Seven women reported accounts of Mr Sullivan's alleged predatory behaviour dating back to the 1980s and 1990s, primarily when he owned tabloid newspapers.
- Mr Sullivan, who 'categorically denies' all claims, announced he had stepped down as West Ham chairman over the weekend to fight the allegations.
- The Metropolitan Police are investigating a report related to the alleged taking of indecent images and sexual exploitation in the 1980s, involving one alleged victim.
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