The former manager of Fulham's women’s team has revealed that the players were kept at a distance from the club's late owner, Mohamed Al-Fayed, due to concerns about his interest in "young, blond girls." Gaute Haugenes stated that staff became aware of Fayed's predilections and took measures to ensure the safety of the female athletes. In recent days, five women have come forward with allegations of rape against Fayed, while several others have reported instances of sexual misconduct occurring during their employment at Harrods, the luxury department store formerly owned by him.