The Russian invasion in Ukraine has had, in addition to the expected effects of a war, several issues that affect the sport. One of the most surprising has been the news that Abramovich, owner of Chelsea for more than 20 years, would leave the management of the club and leave the United Kingdom, after the conflict had broken out. The Russian tycoon’s relationship with Putin would place him in a complicated situation, and that is why he has opted for an intermediate solution, transferring the management to people he trusts. Chelsea has made an official statement, explaining this issue.
In the ad, Abramovich draws on the successes of his years at the helm of the club, while specifying that his ambition to continue to grow Chelsea is intact. He also specifies that the management will fall to the trustees of the club’s foundation, in whom he places his total trust and considers more than qualified for such an important task.
With this declaration, Abramovich puts an end to a mandate in which he has managed to win five league championships, two Champions League titles and ten cups for a club with little tradition in terms of winning titles. Still, the Russian will continue to have a strong influence and hopes to continue lifting trophies. Abramovich has opted for an intermediate solution, as his situation could have led him to sell the club, but he will keep it and will continue to make some important decisions.
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