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Joshua Smith

Chelsea news: Roman Abramovich clears up £1.5bn loan details as fans call for 'swift' sale

Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich has opened up about the £1.5bn loan he gave the club and has denied he wants it to be paid back.

The Blues were put up for sale following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Abramovich subsequently had sanctions placed upon him by the UK government, meaning the Stamford Bridge outfit are having to operate under a special licence and are unable to process any financial transactions.

Reports had claimed Abramovich is looking to recoup a loan he gave the club although he has now insisted this is not the case. It comes as Blues fans call for the Government to ensure the sale of the club is completed "swiftly".

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