Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich has confirmed his intention to sell the club following Russia’s continued invasion of Ukraine.The billionaire has transformed the Blues since taking them over in 2003, with 19 major trophies being won in that time. However, his glittering reign in west London is now nearing an end.
A consortium of billionaires have already made their interest public.
Swiss businessman Hansjorg Wyss and American investor Todd Boehly are understood to be two of the parties joining forces and now preparing a bid.
“I would like to address the speculation in the media over the past few days in relation to my ownership of Chelsea FC,” read Abramovich’s statement on the club website.
“As I have stated before, I have always taken decisions with the club’s best interest at heart.
“In the current situation, I have therefore taken the dec …
- March 3, 2022
