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James Robson and George Flood

Chelsea sale BARRED after Roman Abramovich added to UK sanctions list but club CAN continue to operate

The sale of Chelsea has been put on hold after owner Roman Abramovich was added to the UK sanctions list and saw his assets frozen.

The sanctions on Abramovich for his alleged links to Russian president Vladimir Putin include a banning on transactions with UK individuals and businesses, as well as a travel ban. There are also transport sanctions.

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