David Sullivan has resigned from his position as Joint-Chairman of West Ham United with immediate effect, also stepping down as a director of both WH Holding Limited and West Ham United Football Club after learning of “impending publication of serious historic allegations.”
David Sullivan has vacated his role as Joint-Chairman of West Ham United, with his resignation taking effect immediately on June 6, 2026. He has also resigned from his director positions at both WH Holding Limited and West Ham United Football Club. The stated reason for his departure is that he was “having been made aware of the impending publication of serious historic allegations.” His co-chairman David Gold remains in his position and was not affected by this resignation.
Sullivan’s sudden departure marks a dramatic turn for the West Ham co-owner, who had been instrumental in the club’s recent successes including their Europa Conference League victory in 2023. The resignation comes just as serious allegations are expected to be made public, though specific details of the allegations have not yet been disclosed.
The club has not issued a detailed statement beyond confirming the resignation, and Sullivan has not yet commented publicly on the historic allegations mentioned in his resignation letter.
West Ham United will now need to appoint a new joint-chairman to replace Sullivan, with David Gold expected to continue in his role while the club navigates this crisis. The timing raises questions about the club’s leadership stability ahead of the 2026-27 Premier League season.
