HENRY GIVEN BOOT

West Ham sack transfer chief after Sportsmail’s revelations

WEST HAM fired director of recruitment Tony Henry last night following an investigation into his comments about signing African footballers.

As revealed by Sportsmail this week, Henry sent at least one email stating West Ham did not want any more African players.

He followed that by explaining it was ‘nothing racist’ and said: ‘It’s just sometimes they can have a bad attitude. We find that when they are not in the team they cause mayhem.’

West Ham suspended Henry on Thursday and dismissed him last night. In a statement, they said: ‘West Ham have terminated the contract of Tony Henry with immediate effect following his unacceptable comments.

‘Our action follows a full and thorough investigation. West Ham United will not tolerate any type of discrimination.’

Joint chairman David Sullivan will conduct a review of recruitment policy in the light of a disappointing transfer window.

West Ham made a profit of £ 14.5million in January, but apart from the loan signing of Joao Mario and the purchase of striker Jordan Hugill, they failed to strengthen the squad, leading to criticism from fans.