Christian Purslow makes claim about David Sullivan’s influence at West Ham

Former football executive Christian Purslow claims David Sullivan is still playing a significant role in West Ham United's key decisions. Speaking on The Football Boardroom podcast with Henry Winter, Purslow argued that Sullivan and majority shareholder Daniel Kretinsky worked together behind the scenes to sack manager Nuno Espirito Santo and appoint Scott Parker.

Purslow suggested Parker's arrival reflects Sullivan's preferences, despite official stances from West Ham and Sullivan's camp maintaining he has had no influence since resigning from the board. Although Sullivan's co-ownership status requires sign-offs on large expenditures, club sources dispute claims that he directs daily sporting operations.