Alan Shearer has defended supporters of both Newcastle United and Chelsea as debate rages on about the morality of foreign owners in the English game. As a result of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the Blues’ owner Roman Abramovich has been sanctioned by the UK government which has left the club in a perilous situation.
A new buyer will need to be found for the European champions amid the ongoing problems in Eastern Europe. Despite not facing any similar issues, the Saudi-backed ownership group at St James’ Park have been on the end of criticism in recent weeks with questions asked about their integrity given what has been happening in the Middle Eastern nation.
Speaking ahead of Chelsea’s FA Cup quarter-final victory against Middlesbrough, Alan Shearer jumped to the defence of the fans of the two clubs.
