Former Arsenal and England midfielder Paul Merson believes Chelsea could find themselves in a similar situation to Manchester United, tipping them to play second fiddle in the interests of their new American owner.
Chelsea, following weeks of speculation and uncertainty, are on the verge of being taken over by American businessman Todd Boehly's US consortium. It was confirmed on Saturday morning that a definitive agreement had been entered on Friday night for Boehly and Clearlake Capital consortium to complete the takeover.
It brings an official end to the Roman Abramovich era at Stamford Bridge, meaning all eyes will be fixed on the London club this summer to see what happens in the transfer window. However, former Arsenal ace Merson believes the new owners will not invest anywhere close to the amount Abramovich did, claiming that the LA Dodgers will remain Boehly's top priority.
