Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich has announced he will be selling Chelsea football club after nearly 19 years as owner.
The Oligarch has taken the decision in the wake of intense scrutiny surrounding his relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin amid the country's recent invasion of bordering nation Ukraine.
In a statement released via the Chelsea website, Abramovich insisted he was taking his decision "in the best interest of the Club, the fans, the employees, as well as the Club’s sponsors and partners."