West Ham United have issued an official statement announcing that joint chairman David Gold has sadly passed away after a brief illness, at the age of 86.
Gold had been in charge of the Hammers along with David Sullivan since 2010, previously also co-owning Birmingham City.
The businessman grew up near West Ham’s old stadium and played for the club at youth level, although he did not end up making a career as a footballer.
West Ham United joint chairman David Sullivan said: “On behalf of everyone at the football club, we are deeply saddened by the passing of our colleague and friend, David Gold.
“Of all our joint ventures, none gave us more pride and happiness than the day we took ownership of West Ham United, our Club, in January 2010. David had a long-standing connection to the Hammers, having grown up facing the Boleyn Ground. at Green Street, and he represented the Club at youth level. He always wanted the best for West Ham United, and his passing is a great loss for all of us.”
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Manager David Moyes added: “I am extremely saddened to hear this news and on behalf of all the players and my staff at the training ground, I would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of David Gold at this very difficult time.
“Mr. Gold was a regular visitor to Rush Green and was always a source of great support and encouragement to me and the players. It was clear that he had a genuine and sincere love for the Club and he was a true supporter at heart. He took a great interest in the people who worked behind the scenes and was always willing to help in any way he could. He will be greatly missed.”
