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Evening Standard
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Nizaar Kinsella

Chelsea blocked from Paramount shirt sponsorship deal as fans hit out at alternative

The Premier League have denied Chelsea permission to pursue a front-of-shirt sponsorship with Paramount+, amid fan discontent about an incoming deal with online casino Stake.

Chelsea were left surprised after the league blocked a lucrative deal with the American streaming service due to concerns about upsetting current TV rights holders.

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