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Daniel Orme

Chelsea sale: Who is Vivek Ranadive? The millionaire NBA owner ‘backing’ Martin Broughton’s bid

There appears to be new names associated with a Chelsea takeover pretty much every day despite the deadline for bids passing. Friday saw a number of offers lodged for the Blues, with current owner Roman Abramovich aiming to seal a quick deal.

One of the latest names to be linked with the club is Indian-born millionaire Vivek Ranadive. According to Sky News, he is joining forces with Sir Martin Broughton, Josh Harris and Lord Sebastian Coe in attempting to purchase Chelsea.

It is suggested that sale facilitators Raine have been made aware of Ranadive’s role in the takeover bid but it remains to be seen whether he alongside his other potential investors will be able to seal a deal. football.london has taken a detailed look at his career so far and what he would bring to Chelsea.

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