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title: "West Ham News Today: New clarity on West Ham ownership, Fernandes on team’s determination, Ashton on Hammers forwards"
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language: "en-GB"
author: "Matt Bottomley"
section: "West Ham News"
published: "2026-04-22T13:30:00Z"
modified: "2026-04-22T13:30:00Z"
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# West Ham News Today: New clarity on West Ham ownership, Fernandes on team’s determination, Ashton on Hammers forwards

Fresh off a hard fought point against Crystal Palace last night, there are many headlines in the West Ham world. From transfer rumours, to injury updates and club changes, here’s all your headlines in one place at [ReadWestHam](https://readwestham.com/).

## New clarity on West Ham ownership

Yesterday, Karren Brady left her position at the Hammers after 16 years as vice-chair at the club.

New information has now emerged, with David Sullivan expected to stay alongside Daniel Kretinsky, with both buying more shares in the club.

[Read More: **West Ham ownership clarified after Karren Brady departure**](https://readwestham.com/2026/04/22/west-ham-ownership-clarified-after-karren-brady-departure/)

## Mateus Fernandes is determined to keep the club in the division

Speaking after the 0-0 draw with Crystal Palace, Mateus Fernandes say the team and himself are determined to keep the club in the Premier League, where it belongs.

The Portugal international knows if they work hard enough, they can stay up this season.

[Read More: **“We know this club belongs in the Premier League”: West Ham midfielder determined to stave off relegation**](https://readwestham.com/2026/04/22/west-ham-mateus-fernandes-crystal-palace-reaction/)

## Dean Ashton back’s West Ham strikers

Former Hammer, Dean Ashton has come out and backed the Iron’s new frontline partnership.

Ashton said on Sky Sports that the front two are making a difference, even if they have not scored as much as everyone would like.

[Read More: **Former West Ham front man delivers verdict on new leading line**](https://readwestham.com/2026/04/22/dean-ashton-on-west-ham-strikers/)