Fulham shielded women's team from Al Fayed, who had a preference for young, blonde women.

Mohamed Al-Fayed's investment in Fulham Football Club proved to be a pivotal moment for the team as they established themselves as a top-tier club in the Premier League. However, it has recently come to light that the late owner had a dark side that was kept hidden from the public eye. Former manager Gaute Haugenes revealed that the club had taken extra precautions to protect their players from Mr. Al-Fayed's alleged sexual misconduct.

Haugenes, who managed the team from 2001 to 2003, spoke to the BBC about the late billionaire's behavior, stating that it was not a surprise to him. He shared that the club was aware of Mr. Al-Fayed's preference for young, blonde girls and had taken steps to ensure their safety. "We just made sure that situations couldn't occur. We protected the players," he said.

In the wake of these shocking revelations, a spokesperson for Fulham Football Club expressed their concern and empathy for the women who have come forward with their experiences. They also stated that the club is currently investigating whether anyone at the club has been affected and urged anyone with information to come forward and contact them or the police.

A press conference held on Friday also shed light on the allegations against Mr. Al-Fayed, with barrister Dean Armstrong KC stating that there was a "systematic failure of corporate responsibility" on the part of Harrods, which was owned by the late billionaire. The legal team also represents women who were employed by the Paris Ritz, and investigations are ongoing into all entities that Mr. Al-Fayed had involvement in, including Fulham Football Club.

The BBC documentary, "Al-Fayed: Predator At Harrods," brought to light the stories of more than 20 former employees of Mr. Al-Fayed who shared their experiences of assault and physical violence at properties in London and Paris. According to sources within Harrods, the business has accepted responsibility for the actions of Mr. Al-Fayed and has reached settlements with the majority of the alleged victims.

Mr. Al-Fayed's ownership of Fulham Football Club began in 1997 and saw the team rise to the top half of the Premier League in the early 2000s, even qualifying for the Europa League. However, he sold the team in 2013, and these recent allegations have shed a new light on his legacy.

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