Daniel Kretinsky is set to become West Ham United’s largest shareholder after agreeing to buy an additional stake from the Gold family. Multiple outlets report that the deal increases his holding from 27% to 43%, which would overtake David Sullivan as the club’s biggest shareholder. The reports link the ownership change to recent events involving Sullivan’s position at the club. The Guardian also notes that Sullivan steps down as a director and co-chair following allegations that have been under investigation, including claims reported by the Times and Panorama involving women who say they experienced abuse of power and sexual misconduct dating back to the 1980s and 1990s. The Guardian further says Kretinsky and the company Gold (in relation to the arrangement) express concern about the revelations. Other coverage focuses primarily on the ownership transaction itself, describing the planned increase in Kretinsky’s stake and the role of the Gold family in transferring the shares. Overall, the sources agree on the stake increase to 43% and the deal with the Gold family, with differing emphasis on the surrounding governance and allegations.