West Ham sack player recruitment chief

English Premier League club West Ham United have sacked their director of player recruitment Tony Henry following allegations of racial discrimination.

According to a press report, Henry said the club wanted to limit the number of African players in their squad as "they have a bad attitude" and "cause mayhem" when they are not in the team.

Henry was suspended on Thursday pending an investigation and West Ham announced on Friday they had terminated his contract.

A statement from the club said: "West Ham United have today terminated the contract of Director of Player Recruitment, Tony Henry, with immediate effect following his unacceptable comments that were widely reported in the press. Our action follows a full and thorough investigation.

"West Ham United will not tolerate any type of discrimination."

The decision follows the Football Association announcing on Thursday that it was investigating the matter.