Karren Brady responds to growing West Ham fan unrest over transfer inactivity

West Ham vice-chair Karren Brady has broken her silence following mounting pressure from frustrated supporters demanding answers about the club’s lack of activity in the summer transfer window.

With no signings or departures so far, and rivals strengthening around them, the Hammers’ slow start has sparked concern across the fanbase. Brady, who Hammers News recently described as “more powerful than ever” in the current club structure, has found herself at the centre of the storm.

Speculation over her influence and commitment had been brewing in recent months, but football journalist Graeme Bailey confirmed that Brady has no intention of stepping aside. “As you can imagine, she won’t want to give that up anytime soon,” he said.

While some fans continue to credit Brady for stabilising West Ham’s finances since arriving with David Sullivan and the late David Gold in 2010, her popularity has dwindled. Questions are now being asked about the club’s financial strategy, particularly in light of the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR), which West Ham have cited as a reason for limited spending.

However, many supporters are sceptical. With two billionaires – Sullivan and Daniel Kretinsky – in control, some believe the club’s modest spending power reflects a lack of ambition rather than financial necessity.

In a rare move aimed at increasing transparency, Brady invited fans to submit direct questions earlier this year. The club promised to publish responses on its website and in the matchday programme. Unsurprisingly, the overwhelming majority of questions centred around transfers and the club’s long-term vision.

The backlash also stems from her role in appointing Graham Potter as manager – a decision reportedly influenced by her close ties to Potter through her husband, former footballer Paul Peschisolido.

Now, with the window entering its second week and rivals already strengthening, West Ham fans are demanding to know whether Potter will be properly backed – or left to work with limited resources.