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I’ll sell Chelsea FC, donate the money to Ukraine – Abramovich

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2 years ago

March 2, 2022

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Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich has confirmed that he would sell Chelsea FC and donate the money as charity to Ukraine.

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He halso cancelled the club’s debts. The decision followed the UK government’s suspected move to take over Chelsea as part of sanctions against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Here’s the statement Abramovich released moments ago:

“I would like to address the speculation in media over the past few days in relation to my ownership of Chelsea FC. 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 decision to sell the Club, as I believe this is in the best interest of the Club, the fans, the employees, as well as the Club’s sponsors and partners.

“The sale of the Club will not be fast-tracked but will follow due process. I will not be asking for any loans to be repaid. This has never been about business nor money for me, but about pure passion for the game and Club.

“Moreover, I have instructed my team to set up a charitable foundation where all net proceeds from the sale will be donated. The foundation will be for the benefit of all victims of the war in Ukraine.

“This includes providing critical funds towards the urgent and immediate needs of victims, as well as supporting the long-term work of recovery.

“Please, know that this has been an incredibly difficult decision to make, and it pains me to part with the Club in this manner. However, I do believe this is in the best interest of the Club.

“I hope that I will be able to visit Stamford Bridge one last time to say goodbye to all of you in person. It has been a privilege of a lifetime to be part of Chelsea FC and I am proud of all our joint achievements.

“Chelsea Football Club and its supporters will always be in my heart.

“Thank you.”

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Chelsea name Enzo Maresca as new manager

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Kylian Mbappé to join Real Madrid as new signing next week

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“It’s a lot of emotions. (For) many years I had the chance and great honour to be a member of the biggest French club, one of the best in the world which allowed me to travel here,” Mbappe added.

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