We lost him , the west ham head coach…
After a brief illness, West Ham United’s joint chairman David Gold passed away at the age of 86. The club released a statement on Wednesday announcing his passing. In 2010, Gold and another billionaire, David Sullivan, bought a 50% share in the team and managed the club’s relocation to the London Stadium.
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The 86-year-old joint chairman of West Ham United, David Gold, passed away.
Following their combined purchase of a 50% stake in the Hammers in 2010, Gold and David Sullivan were co-chairmen of the team.
A devoted lifetime supporter of the team, he participated in European competition and oversaw the club’s transition from Upton Park to the London Stadium in 2016 as well as the stability of the Premier League throughout the previous ten years.
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Between 1993 and 2009, Gold served as chairman of Birmingham City, overseeing three Premier League promotions during his tenure.
“It is with deep sadness that West Ham United FC confirms that our beloved Joint-Chairman David Gold passed away on Wednesday morning following a brief illness,” said a statement posted on the West Ham website.David Gold, 86, passed away quietly at the hands of his engaged Lesley and his loving daughters, Vanessa and Jacqueline.”
“On behalf of everyone at the football club, it is with profound sorrow and a heavy heart that we mourn the passing of our colleague and friend, David Gold,” co-chairman Sullivan added in his commentary.Among all our collaborative endeavors, none brought us greater satisfaction and pleasure than the day we assumed control of West Ham United, our Club, in January 2010. David had a long history with the Hammers, having grown up on Green Street across from the Boleyn Ground and having played junior football for the Club. We are all deeply saddened by his demise, since he always sought what was best for West Ham United.
“I am extremely sad to hear this news and, on behalf of all of the players and my staff at the training ground, I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to David Gold’s family at this very difficult time,” said current first team manager David Moyes.Mr. Gold was a frequent visitor to Rush Green and a constant source of inspiration and support for the players and me. He was obviously a true supporter at heart, with an authentic and heartfelt passion for the Club. He had a keen interest in the individuals operating behind the scenes and was always willing to lend a hand. He will be sorely missed.
