BREAKING: Karren Brady leaves West Ham United as statement released

BREAKING: Karren Brady leaves West Ham United as statement releasedKarren Brady has left West Ham United after 16 years with the club's vice-chair releasing a statement confirming her departure on Tuesday morningCommentsSportRichard Cusack Sport Content Editor and Amie Wilson Sports writer 09:49, 21 Apr 2026Updated 10:03, 21 Apr 2026View ImageKarren Brady has stepped down from her role at West Ham(Image: James Manning/PA Wire)Baroness Karren Brady has confirmed her departure from West Ham United after 16 years with the club. The businesswoman will shift her attention to her other businesses and her House of Lords role.‌The departure comes after protests from West Ham fans over the club's performance both on and off the pitch. The Hammers currently sit in 17th place in the Premier League table, two points clear of the bottom three.‌"It has been a privilege to work alongside the board, management, players, staff and supporters at West Ham United," the 57-year-old said in a statement released to The Times.‌READ MORE: Nico O'Reilly issues Arsenal challenge to Man City team-mates as Hong Kong reunion announcedREAD MORE: Richard Keys makes bold Mikel Arteta claim if Arsenal blow title - 'I'm deadly serious'"Together we have achieved remarkable milestones, but the highlight for me will always be lifting the Uefa Europa Conference League trophy - a moment that will stay with me forever. I am deeply grateful for the relationships, challenges and opportunities that have shaped my time at the club."While this chapter closes, my passion for football and commitment to supporting the next generation of leaders remains undiminished. I wish West Ham United every success for the future and look forward to following their continued achievements with pride."JOIN US ON FACEBOOK! Latest news, analysis and much more on Mirror Football's Facebook page‌Brady, who is one of Lord Alan Sugar's advisors on TV show The Apprentice,...