The Ricketts family have announced they will not lodge a final bid to buy Chelsea, leaving three bidders left standing in the takeover process.
The American family, who own Major League Baseball team Chicago Cubs, have been among the parties most interested in purchasing the Premier League outfit. Roman Abramovich announced his intention to sell as he became embroiled in Russia's war in Ukraine.
The Ricketts family had enjoyed success as owners of a sports franchise and excelled in redeveloping the Cubs' home stadium, Wrigley Field. A similar development project at Stamford Bridge was one of the key factors in a successful bid, which furthered their case, however, historic controversial emails surfaced showing views which caused plenty of issues with the Blues' fans.
