Baroness Brady steps down after 16 years at West Ham United

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Baroness Karren Brady has stepped down from her position as vice-chair of West Ham United after 16 years at the Premier League club.

Her decision comes amid the Hammers' fight to avoid top-flight relegation, with Nuno Espirito Santo's side sitting just two points above the drop with five matches left to play.

The 57-year-old took up her role at West Ham United in January 2010 after joint-chairmen David Gold and David Sullivan bought the club.

Prior to that, she had been appointed as managing director at Birmingham City after Gold and Sullivan bought into the club in March 1993.

Reflecting on her tenure in a club statement, Baroness Brady said: "It has been a privilege to work alongside the board, management, players, staff and supporters at West Ham United.

"Together we have achieved remarkable milestones, but the highlight for me will always be lifting the 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."

Baroness Brady also led negotiations to secure the club's move to the London Stadium and built a season ticket base of more than 50,000 supporters.

"Her contribution to our growth, such as the long-term contract for the London Stadium, shareholders transition and the British record transfer of Declan Rice, has been absolutely essential and not always fully appreciated," said joint-chair Daniel Kretinsky.

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