Reason for West Ham exit: David Sullivan released a statement on the club's official website confirming his departure as joint-chairman of West Ham.
The former director has stepped down to avoid disruption within the team while he addresses legal matters privately.
What David Sullivan has said: In a statement on the club's website, Sullivan said: "I have recently become aware that factually incorrect and entirely false, decades-old allegations concerning my personal life are due to be broadcast and published.
The false allegations levelled against me have been sensationalised by the media." Sullivan's statement continued: Regarding his West Ham exit, Sullivan added: "After very careful consideration and with a heavy heart, I have decided to resign as joint-chair and director of West Ham United FC with immediate effect.
This has been an incredibly painful decision to make, but it is one made out of love, respect, and responsibility toward a football club and a fan base that deserve absolute unity and focus moving forward.
