Chelsea sale: Sir Jim Ratcliffe bid receiving consideration but Todd Boehly remains in box seat
2 years, 8 months ago

Chelsea sale: Sir Jim Ratcliffe bid receiving consideration but Todd Boehly remains in box seat

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s last-minute bid for Chelsea FC has received serious consideration in the race to buy the Stamford Bridge club, the PA news agency understands. Britain’s richest man Ratcliffe confirmed a last-ditch £4.25billion offer to buy Chelsea on Friday however, tabled at the very tail-end of the sale process. open image in gallery Roman Abramovich, pictured, will sell Chelsea after 19 years owning the west London club The Raine Group has overseen the sale process for Chelsea, with the New York merchant bank yet to comment on Los Angeles Dodgers co-owner Boehly’s expected status as preferred bidder. open image in gallery Graffiti close to Stamford Bridge shows the strength of feeling around Chelsea’s sale after owner Roman Abramovich was sanctioned by the UK Government Chelsea have been forced to operate under strict Government licensing terms since Abramovich’s sanctions, and the Treasury will have to ratify the club’s sale as the final step in the eventual takeover deal.

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Todd Boehly: Collector of sports, entertainment jewels
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Todd Boehly: Collector of sports, entertainment jewels

LA Times  

Todd Boehly, photographed in London on Aug. 13. They include Bruce Springsteen’s song rights, sports-betting firm DraftKings, the Los Angeles Dodgers, Lakers and Sparks, as well as the Beverly Hilton, indie studio A24 and Penske Media. In 2022, Boehly led a consortium to buy English Premier football team Chelsea FC from Russian owner Roman Abramovich for a record 4.25 billion …

Sir Jim Ratcliffe COMPLETES £1.3bn deal to become a Manchester United co-owner: INEOS finally get purchase of 27.7% stake over the line after FA and Premier League give deal green light
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Sir Jim Ratcliffe COMPLETES £1.3bn deal to become a Manchester United co-owner: INEOS finally get purchase of 27.7% stake over the line after FA and Premier League give deal green light

Daily Mail  

The FA and Premier League gave the green light for the £1.3bn deal to go ahead Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS finally complete purchase of minority stake in United Sir Jim Ratcliffe is now a co-owner of Manchester United. Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS have completed their minority investment in Manchester United Ratcliffe visited Erik ten Hag and his Manchester …

Sir Jim Ratcliffe gains Premier League approval over Manchester United sale
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Sir Jim Ratcliffe gains Premier League approval over Manchester United sale

The Telegraph  

Sir Jim Ratcliffe has received Premier League directors and owners’ test approval for his 25 per cent purchase of Manchester United. On Tuesday, the Premier League separately confirmed its board had approved both Ratcliffe’s acquisition and pledged “further investment”. The Premier League now awaits confirmation of the transaction’s completion.” Filings confirm there is no doubt as far as United’s shareholding …

Manchester United deal ‘most exciting thing’ Ratcliffe has ever done
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Manchester United deal ‘most exciting thing’ Ratcliffe has ever done

The Hindu  

British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe said buying a stake in Manchester United is the most exciting thing he has ever done. The founder of the petrochemicals giant INEOS grew up as a United fan and was at Old Trafford on Sunday to watch the Red Devils for the first time since he agreed to buy 25 percent of the club for …

Jim Ratcliffe pleads for patience after agreeing Manchester United deal
1 year ago

Jim Ratcliffe pleads for patience after agreeing Manchester United deal

Firstpost  

Jim Ratcliffe, who tried to buy Chelsea last year, grew up in the Manchester region and describes himself as a committed fan. Jim Ratcliffe has directly contacted Manchester United fans to plead for patience after agreeing to take a stake in the struggling English football giants. United announced on Christmas eve that British billionaire Ratcliffe had agreed a deal to …

Sir Jim Ratcliffe COMPLETES buy-out of Manchester United stake as his £1.3BILLION deal with the Glazer family for 25 per cent ownership is confirmed - with British billionaire to control football oper
1 year ago

Sir Jim Ratcliffe COMPLETES buy-out of Manchester United stake as his £1.3BILLION deal with the Glazer family for 25 per cent ownership is confirmed - with British billionaire to control football oper

Daily Mail  

He has pledged investment in infrastructure at Old Trafford and Carrington Sir Jim Ratcliffe £1.3billion deal for 25 per cent of Manchester United – which will see him take control of football operations - has been announced by the club. Sir Jim Ratcliffe can raise a smile after buying a 25 per cent stake in Manchester United He has finally …

Man Utd set timeline to decide on Sir Jim Ratcliffe offer
1 year, 2 months ago

Man Utd set timeline to decide on Sir Jim Ratcliffe offer

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Manchester United’s board will meet on Thursday and …

Manchester United shares tumble as Ratcliffe’s stake bid report dents buyout hopes
1 year, 2 months ago

Manchester United shares tumble as Ratcliffe’s stake bid report dents buyout hopes

The Hindu  

Shares of Manchester United fell as much as 23 per cent on Monday after reports that British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe is looking to acquire only a 25 per cent stake in the football club raised concerns that a buyout by Qatar’s Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al Thani could be off the table. Ineos Chair Jim Ratcliffe would pay over $1.5 …

Sheikh Jassim withdraws offer to buy Manchester United over Glazers’ high price
1 year, 2 months ago

Sheikh Jassim withdraws offer to buy Manchester United over Glazers’ high price

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Sheikh Jassim has withdrawn his offer to buy …

Chelsea spending under Todd Boehly passes £1BILLION after the club confirm the signing of Cole Palmer from Manchester City on transfer deadline day
1 year, 4 months ago

Chelsea spending under Todd Boehly passes £1BILLION after the club confirm the signing of Cole Palmer from Manchester City on transfer deadline day

Daily Mail  

Chelsea owner Todd Boehly has taken his transfer spending to over £1billion following the confirmation of latest acquisition Cole Palmer. The American has taken just three windows to reach the lavish landmark, with Palmer's £42.5m move from Manchester City becoming the deal to take them over the mind-blowing figure. Chelsea owner Todd Boehly has taken just three transfer windows to …

Jim Ratcliffe Still Keen to Buy Manchester United as Sale Process Drags On
1 year, 6 months ago

Jim Ratcliffe Still Keen to Buy Manchester United as Sale Process Drags On

News 18  

British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe has said he remains focused on completing a takeover of Manchester United as the battle to buy the Red Devils drags on. We keep very focused on it.” Sheikh Jassim’s bid team has promised to erase United’s £970 million debt and take control of 100 percent of the club. In contrast, Ratcliffe has reportedly sought to …

Sir Jim Ratcliffe's bid to takeover Man United would see the Glazers keep a stake in the club
1 year, 8 months ago

Sir Jim Ratcliffe's bid to takeover Man United would see the Glazers keep a stake in the club

Daily Mail  

Sir Jim Ratcliffe is offering a deal for Manchester United that would enable Joel and Avram Glazer to remain stakeholders in the club, Mail Sport understands. In what would be a highly controversial act likely to infuriate large sections of United's support, one of the options on the table for the American owners would see Ratcliffe take a controlling stake …

Who is bidding to buy English soccer club Manchester United?
1 year, 9 months ago

Who is bidding to buy English soccer club Manchester United?

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — The race to buy Manchester United is taking shape. Based on the publicly declared bids for one of the world’s most iconic soccer teams, the frontrunners are Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani and local boy-turned-billionaire Jim Ratcliffe. He has promised to rid the club of debt, invest in the stadium, training center and playing …

Who is bidding to buy English soccer club Manchester United?
1 year, 9 months ago

Who is bidding to buy English soccer club Manchester United?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Based on the publicly declared bids for one of …

Man United sale: Jim Ratcliffe says he’s submitted 2nd bid
1 year, 9 months ago

Man United sale: Jim Ratcliffe says he’s submitted 2nd bid

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — The proposed sale of Manchester United gathered pace Thursday when British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe said he had submitted a second bid for the iconic soccer team. American merchant bank Raine had given bidders more time to fine-tune proposals by extending Wednesday night’s deadline for the latest round of offers for the Premier League club. “Sir Jim Ratcliffe …

Man Utd news live: Two new bidders emerge as Jim Ratcliffe makes improved offer
1 year, 9 months ago

Man Utd news live: Two new bidders emerge as Jim Ratcliffe makes improved offer

The Independent  

✕ Close British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe officially enters race to buy Manchester United from Glazers Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates …

Man Utd takeover: Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos submit improved bid
1 year, 9 months ago

Man Utd takeover: Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos submit improved bid

The Independent  

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Jim Ratcliffe says he won't pay 'stupid price' to buy Manchester United
1 year, 9 months ago

Jim Ratcliffe says he won't pay 'stupid price' to buy Manchester United

Firstpost  

Jim Ratcliffe, chairman of chemicals giant INEOS, and his team held talks with the club on Friday during a visit to Old Trafford and the Carrington training complex, a day after Sheikh Jassim’s representatives visited United. London: Prospective Manchester United owner Jim Ratcliffe says he will not pay a “stupid” price for the Premier League giants, with more bidders expected …

Britain billionaire Jim Ratcliffe jets in for Manchester United buyout talks
1 year, 9 months ago

Britain billionaire Jim Ratcliffe jets in for Manchester United buyout talks

The Hindu  

Jim Ratcliffe toured Manchester United on Friday as part of his bid to buy the English soccer club. Ratcliffe was greeted by United chief executive Richard Arnold on Friday morning and briefly met with manager Erik ten Hag at the club’s Carrington training base. “I just met them and shook hands,” Ten Hag said at a news conference ahead of …

Sir Jim Ratcliffe arrives at Old Trafford as Manchester United takeover battle gathers pace
1 year, 9 months ago

Sir Jim Ratcliffe arrives at Old Trafford as Manchester United takeover battle gathers pace

The Telegraph  

Sir Jim Ratcliffe stepped up his Manchester United takeover bid with an enthusiastic appearance at Old Trafford as he attempts to win over the Glazers. The British billionaire spoke to manager Erik ten Hag and was pictured being welcomed by chief executive Richard Arnold after flying in for talks. Telegraph Sport understands the last of eight days of meetings with …

Is Liverpool FC up For Sale? Owner John Henry Clarifies
1 year, 10 months ago

Is Liverpool FC up For Sale? Owner John Henry Clarifies

News 18  

Liverpool owner John Henry has denied the English giants are up for sale despite seeking fresh investment in the club. Henry’s Fenway Sports Group said in November it would “consider new shareholders if it was in the best interests of Liverpool as a club.” That sparked speculation that the 19-time English champions were on the market alongside rivals Manchester United. …

Ratcliffe’s INEOS confirms bid for Manchester United
1 year, 10 months ago

Ratcliffe’s INEOS confirms bid for Manchester United

The Hindu  

Manchester United has received a bid from Jim Ratcliffe’s company INEOS for “majority ownership” of the Premier League club, the chemical firm confirmed on Saturday, adding that it would look implement a fan-centred approach. “We are ambitious and highly competitive and would want to invest in Manchester United to make them the number one club in the world once again.” …

Chelsea Sale Has Given Glazers Impetus to Sell Manchester United
1 year, 11 months ago

Chelsea Sale Has Given Glazers Impetus to Sell Manchester United

News 18  

Chelsea’s record sale last year has proved to the Glazer family that now is the right time to sell Manchester United, industry experts told Reuters, with any deal for the Premier League club having the potential to be the biggest in sporting history. Australian Open: Novak Djokovic Crushes Alex de Minaur to Enter Quarterfinals The club is one of the …

Manchester United: Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos declares interest in buying the club
1 year, 11 months ago

Manchester United: Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos declares interest in buying the club

Firstpost  

Manchester United’s owners, the Glazer family, said they were willing to listen to offers for the Premier League club in November. United’s owners, the Glazer family, said they were willing to listen to offers for the Premier League club in November and Ratcliffe is keen to strike a deal. Ratcliffe may face competition from Saudi Arabian investors after the country’s …

Jim Ratcliffe’s firm INEOS to bid for Manchester United
1 year, 11 months ago

Jim Ratcliffe’s firm INEOS to bid for Manchester United

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — Jim Ratcliffe is entering the bidding to buy Manchester United. The billionaire owner of petrochemicals firm INEOS is ready to make an offer to United owners the Glazer family, who outlined their willingness to sell the Premier League club in November. However, INEOS said in the summer that it was no longer interested in bidding for any …

Manchester United takeover: Sir Jim Ratcliffe confirms he's bidding to buy club
1 year, 11 months ago

Manchester United takeover: Sir Jim Ratcliffe confirms he's bidding to buy club

Daily Mail  

Sir Jim Ratcliffe has become the first bidder for Manchester United to formally throw his hat into the ring. A spokesman for Ratcliffe, one of Britain’s richest men and a boyhood United fan, confirmed on Tuesday that his company Ineos is interested in buying the club, saying: ‘We have formally put ourselves into the process.’ Ratcliffe is expected to face …

Why are Manchester United, Liverpool both up for sale now?
2 years, 1 month ago

Why are Manchester United, Liverpool both up for sale now?

Live Mint  

Manchester United fans have celebrated the news that the Glazer family are open to selling the club after an acrimonious relationship with supporters during their 17 years in charge. But United are not the only iconic English club on the market with Liverpool's owners, the Fenway Sports Group, AFP Sport looks at the reasons why both the two most successful …

Why are Manchester United, Liverpool both up for sale now?
2 years, 1 month ago

Why are Manchester United, Liverpool both up for sale now?

Firstpost  

Take a look at the reasons why both the two most successful clubs in English football history - Manchester United, Liverpool, are up for sale. But United are not the only iconic English club on the market with Liverpool’s owners, the Fenway Sports Group, AFP Sport looks at the reasons why both the two most successful clubs in English football …

Lifelong Man United fan Sir Jim Ratcliffe could buy club from the Glazers after failed Chelsea bid
2 years, 1 month ago

Lifelong Man United fan Sir Jim Ratcliffe could buy club from the Glazers after failed Chelsea bid

Daily Mail  

Billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe has emerged as a contender to buy Manchester United after the Glazer family announced they are ready to sell the club. The 69-year-old, a billionaire who founded chemical giant Ineos, is understood to be in the frame to buy Manchester United following a sensational statement from the Glazer family last night Ratcliffe pictured with his second …

Manchester United owners the Glazers put club up for sale – and could demand £9bn
2 years, 1 month ago

Manchester United owners the Glazers put club up for sale – and could demand £9bn

The Telegraph  

A “process to explore strategic alternatives for the club” has been launched “to enhance the club’s future growth, with the ultimate goal of positioning the club to capitalise on opportunities both on the pitch and commercially”. The club said the strategic alternatives would include “an assessment of several initiatives to strengthen the club, including stadium and infrastructure redevelopment, and expansion …

Ratcliffe has no interest in buying Man United or Liverpool
2 years, 2 months ago

Ratcliffe has no interest in buying Man United or Liverpool

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — Jim Ratcliffe has dropped interest in buying Manchester United, months after considering a takeover bid for the Premier League club. “This would represent much better value for our investment than buying one of the top tier Premier league clubs.” The news will come as a significant blow to United supporters who have long seen Ratcliffe as a …

Chelsea will 'rival Manchester United and Liverpool in the transfer race to sign Jude Bellingham'
2 years, 3 months ago

Chelsea will 'rival Manchester United and Liverpool in the transfer race to sign Jude Bellingham'

Daily Mail  

Chelsea will take on Manchester United and Liverpool in the transfer race to sign Jude Bellingham next summer, according to reports. Chelsea will take on United and Liverpool in the transfer race to sign Jude Bellingham According to The Sun, Chelsea are looking to snap up some of the most talented youngsters in the world ahead of the 2023-2024 campaign. …

Who is Sir Jim Ratcliffe? What Man United fans can expect if billionaire takes over
2 years, 4 months ago

Who is Sir Jim Ratcliffe? What Man United fans can expect if billionaire takes over

Daily Mail  

Sir Jim Ratcliffe may have already hinted at what Man United fans could expect if he takes over the club, having outlined how he would run a football club when he attempted to buy Chelsea earlier this year. Ratcliffe, who has an estimated net worth of £12bn, wants to purchase the club outright, having recently failed with a bid to …

Sir Jim Ratcliffe slams Manchester United's 'poor' manager selection and blasts 'players like Fred'
2 years, 4 months ago

Sir Jim Ratcliffe slams Manchester United's 'poor' manager selection and blasts 'players like Fred'

Daily Mail  

Sir Jim Ratcliffe's brutal verdict of Manchester United from 2019 has re-emerged, with the billionaire now wanting to buy the Old Trafford club nearly three years after lashing out at them. Sir Jim Ratcliffe wants to buy a stake in Premier League club Manchester United The British billionaire claimed that United had been 'dumb money' with 'players like Fred' Brothers …

Manchester United: Glazers could sell minority share but Ratcliffe wants full sale as battle begins
2 years, 4 months ago

Manchester United: Glazers could sell minority share but Ratcliffe wants full sale as battle begins

Daily Mail  

Manchester United's detested American owners, the Glazer family, are withstanding mounting pressure to sell the club after Britain's richest man Sir Jim Ratcliffe made clear his intentions to launch a takeover bid. The Glazers are coming under increasing pressure to finally sell up at Manchester United United fans have been protesting against the American duo's ownership for a number of …

Ineos Billionaire Jim Ratcliffe 'Potential Buyer' of Manchester United
2 years, 4 months ago

Ineos Billionaire Jim Ratcliffe 'Potential Buyer' of Manchester United

News 18  

British businessman Jim Ratcliffe is “definitely a potential buyer" of Manchester United if the English football giants go on sale, a spokesman for the Ineos petrochemicals billionaire said Wednesday. Ineos was responding to reports United’s current owners, the US-based Glazer family, are considering selling a minority stake, with the team currently bottom of the Premier League following a woeful start …

Ineos billionaire Jim Ratcliffe emerges as a 'potential buyer' of Manchester United
2 years, 4 months ago

Ineos billionaire Jim Ratcliffe emerges as a 'potential buyer' of Manchester United

Firstpost  

Ineos was responding to reports Manchester United’s current owners, the US-based Glazer family, are considering selling a minority stake, with the team currently bottom of the Premier League following a woeful start to the season under new manager Erik ten Hag. London: British businessman Jim Ratcliffe is “definitely a potential buyer” of Manchester United if the English football giants go …

Ineos owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe confirms interest in buying Manchester United
2 years, 4 months ago

Ineos owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe confirms interest in buying Manchester United

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Sir Jim Ratcliffe has confirmed his interest in …

Sir Jim Ratcliffe announces he wants to BUY a stake in Manchester United
2 years, 4 months ago

Sir Jim Ratcliffe announces he wants to BUY a stake in Manchester United

Daily Mail  

Sir Jim Ratcliffe would be very keen to buy Manchester United if current owners the Glazers family were to put the Premier League club up for sale. Sir Jim Ratcliffe wants to buy a stake in Premier League club Manchester United A self-confessed Manchester United fan, Ratcliffe wants to purchase the struggling club Ratcliffe tabled a last-minute £4.25billion offer to …

Chelsea close in on agreeing £34m fee and personal terms for Napoli star Kalidou Koulibaly
2 years, 5 months ago

Chelsea close in on agreeing £34m fee and personal terms for Napoli star Kalidou Koulibaly

Daily Mail  

Chelsea have opened talks over a move for Kalidou Koulibaly. New owner Todd Boehly is understood to have spoken with the Napoli defender's agent on Monday over what is likely to be a deal worth around £35m. Chelsea's pursuit of Napoli's Kalidou Koulibaly has ramped up with a £34m deal edging closer Captain Cesar Azpilicueta, set to join Barcelona in …

Todd Boehly completes takeover: All you need to know about the Chelsea saga
2 years, 7 months ago

Todd Boehly completes takeover: All you need to know about the Chelsea saga

Firstpost  

After nearly three-month long process, Chelsea’s sale was officially completed on Monday. Todd Boehly’s consortium agreed a deal to buy Chelsea from Roman Abramovich for £4.25 billion on 7 May. Boehly’s takeover ends Roman Abramovich’s 19-year reign as Chelsea owner after the Russian put the club up for sale in March. As expected, the UK government on 10 March announced …

Chelsea sale saga ends as Todd Boehly’s consortium completes purchase from Roman Abramovich
2 years, 7 months ago

Chelsea sale saga ends as Todd Boehly’s consortium completes purchase from Roman Abramovich

The Hindu  

Roman Abramovich has completed the sale of Chelsea and related companies to an investment group led by Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital, the Premier League club said on Monday, ending a three-month process to sell the club. — Chelsea FC May 30, 2022 Russian owner Abramovich put the club up for sale in early March following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, …

Todd Boehly completes Chelsea takeover as Roman Abramovich era comes to an end
2 years, 7 months ago

Todd Boehly completes Chelsea takeover as Roman Abramovich era comes to an end

Firstpost  

It marked the end of the trophy-filled, 19-year tenure of Roman Abramovich, the Russian oligarch who was forced to sell the club in March after being sanctioned by the British government over his links to Russian President Vladimir Putin following the invasion of Ukraine. London: A consortium fronted by Los Angeles Dodgers part-owner Todd Boehly completed the purchase of Chelsea …

Abramovich completes $3.2 billion sale of EPL team Chelsea
2 years, 7 months ago

Abramovich completes $3.2 billion sale of EPL team Chelsea

Associated Press  

The fast-tracked purchase of English soccer club Chelsea for 2.5 billion pounds — the highest price ever paid for a sports team — was completed Monday by a consortium fronted by Los Angeles Dodgers part-owner Todd Boehly. “We are honored to become the new custodians of Chelsea Football Club,” said Boehly, who attended some of the team’s games in recent …

Consortium fronted by Dodgers co-owner Todd Boehly completes purchase of Chelsea FC for $3.2 billion
2 years, 7 months ago

Consortium fronted by Dodgers co-owner Todd Boehly completes purchase of Chelsea FC for $3.2 billion

LA Times  

The Premier League has approved the proposed sale of Chelsea to a consortium fronted by Los Angeles Dodgers part-owner Todd Boehly, although the U.K. government still needs to sign off on the deal before it can be completed. A consortium fronted by Los Angeles Dodgers part-owner Todd Boehly completed the purchase of Chelsea on Monday for 2.5 billion pounds — …

UK Government Approves Proposed Takeover of Chelsea by Consortium
2 years, 7 months ago

UK Government Approves Proposed Takeover of Chelsea by Consortium

The Quint  

In March, Abramovich said he planned to sell the club. On Tuesday, the government approved the 4.25 billion pound takeover of Chelsea by a consortium led by LA Dodgers co-owner Todd Boehly, according to BBC. Earlier, the proposed takeover by the Todd Boehly/Clearlake consortium was approved by the Premier League Board, which sent the proposal for approval of the UK …

Chelsea: Thomas Tuchel gets £200m to spend after Todd Boehly takeover
2 years, 7 months ago

Chelsea: Thomas Tuchel gets £200m to spend after Todd Boehly takeover

Daily Mail  

Thomas Tuchel 'will receive £200million to spend on new players this summer' after Todd Boehly's £4.25billion takeover of Chelsea was finally approved. Thomas Tuchel will be given £200million to spend this summer after Todd Boehly's takeover Boehly's consortium finally completed their takeover of the Stamford Bridge club this week Chelsea finished third in the final Premier League standings - 19 …

Sale of Chelsea by sanctioned Abramovich approved by UK govt
2 years, 7 months ago

Sale of Chelsea by sanctioned Abramovich approved by UK govt

Associated Press  

LONDON — Roman Abramovich’s 19-year ownership of Chelsea is ending after the British government approved the sale of the Premier League club by the sanctioned Russian oligarch to a consortium fronted by Los Angeles Dodgers part-owner Todd Boehly. The reigning FIFA Club World Cup winners and 2021 European champions will be sold for 2.5 billion pounds — the highest price …

UK government approves sale of Chelsea FC Todd Boehley
2 years, 7 months ago

UK government approves sale of Chelsea FC Todd Boehley

The Hindu  

The British government issued a licence last night that permits the sale of football club Chelsea,minister Nadine Dorries said on Wednesday. He put the London club up for sale in early March following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, which Moscow calls a "special military operation". “Following extensive work, we are now satisfied that the full proceeds of the sale will not …

Premier League approves Chelsea sale to Todd Boehly-led consortium
2 years, 7 months ago

Premier League approves Chelsea sale to Todd Boehly-led consortium

The Hindu  

The Premier League has approved the proposed sale of Chelsea to a consortium fronted by Los Angeles Dodgers part-owner Todd Boehly, although the British government still needs to sign off on the deal before it can be completed. Todd Boehly has already agreed to buy the club for 2.5 billion pounds —the highest price ever for a sports team—with Roman …

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