Roman Abramovich, the Russian owner of Chelsea, who plays in the Premier League football, said he was selling the London club last week. Sanctions were imposed on Abramovich on Thursday to prevent the club from selling.
The British government appointed a Russian owner of Chelsea on Thursday Roman Abramovich sanctions. This also has a significant impact on the activities of the Premier League club.
The funds of the Russian billionaire have been frozen and he is no longer allowed to make a profit from his holdings. The Premier League club may continue its “football-related activities” with a special permit. Players and staff receive their salaries normally.
Season card holders and those who have already redeemed their tickets can also take part in the match event during the rest of the season.
Raised Chelsea among the most valuable in the world
Roman Abramovich, who has owned the London Society since 2003, made Chelsea one of the most prestigious clubs in the world. He bet large sums on the club, which were also reflected in the result.
In total, Chelsea has won five championships under Abramovich: 2004-05, 2005-06, 2009-10, 2014-15 and 2016-17. There have also been five FA Cup wins.
The Champions League victory has been celebrated twice by Chelsea, in the spring of 2012 and 2021. The club is currently third in the Premier League and is aiming for its second consecutive Champions League victory.
Abramovich has been reported to have close ties with the Russian president Vladimir Putin. Abramovich, who accumulated his billions in wealth after the collapse of the Soviet Union in the 1990s, became rich with oil and aluminum companies, among others.
Abramovich himself has denied his close relationship with Putin. According to The Guardian, Abramovich tried to give up his property for fear of economic sanctions on Russia.