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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Chelsea takeover given green light by Premier League

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The Premier League board has approved the proposed takeover of Chelsea by the Todd Boehly-led consortium, but the deal still hinges on receiving government approval.

Los Angeles Dodgers co-owner Boehly had already agreed a £4.25bn purchase of the Blues, with Roman Abramovich’s ownership tenure poised to end after 19 years.

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