The recommendation from London Stadium comes after a joint investigation by BBC Panorama and The Times revealed that seven women have accused Sullivan of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour. The investigation also revealed that Sullivan has been banned from contact with West Ham's women's and youth teams for three years due to safeguarding concerns. London Stadium were unaware of the restrictions until the BBC's report. Sullivan was banned after a historic allegation about his conduct was raised with the Football Association in 2023. Sullivan was a regular attendee at the London Stadium last season, where he was photographed watching games from the directors' box.