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Richard Garnett

Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich sanctioned by UK Government and sale of club put on hold

Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich has been sanctioned by the UK Government following the military invasion of Ukraine, it has been reported.

Russian billionaire Abramovich is one of seven oligarchs to have had his UK assets frozen, including Chelsea, which means he can no longer put money into the club.

The sanctions also mean that the 55-year-old's plan to sell the current European and World champions have been put on hold.

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