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Daily Mirror
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Callum Vurley

John Terry vows to help fund Roman Abramovich flag at Stamford Bridge despite backlash

John Terry has vowed to help fund a gigantic banner at Stamford Bridge of Roman Abramovich to commemorate his services to Chelsea.

That is despite the Blues legend already coming under fire for his support of the Russian oligarch, who has been sanctioned by the UK government for his role in the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Last month, Abramovich was hit with the punishment, which includes asset freezes and travel bans.

After it emerged that Abramovich had supported Vladimir Putin, the UK government were put under pressure to sanction the Chelsea owner to prevent any potential avenue of funding for Russia's war efforts. It has led to the Blues being put up for sale.

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