• Recruitment chief suspended after allegations of racism
• Karren Brady comments said to have scuppered Islam Slimani moveWest Ham are facing a crisis after their head of player recruitment was suspended following allegations of racism and unlawful discrimination. Senior players reacted with bemusement to the club’s messy halt to the transfer window and remarks by Karren Brady were said to have scuppered a deal to sign Islam Slimani from Leicester.
A report in the Daily Mail alleged that Tony Henry told an agent West Ham wanted to limit the number of African players in their squad. He told the paper this was because some “have a unpleasant attitude” and “cause mayhem” when they are not in the team. Henry is considering his position after being suspended by West Ham pending an investigation that will be carried out by a barrister. The Football organization is also investigating the matter.
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Source: guardian.co.uk