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Adam Newson & Bobby Vincent

Todd Boehly issues honest verdict on Chelsea joining Super League and explains relegation idea

Todd Boehly has played down Chelsea reigniting their interest to join the controversial European Super League.

The Blues, along with Premier League rivals Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham, all registered their interest in the breakaway league back in 2021, but all pulled out after widespread backlash over the plans. AC Milan, Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, Inter Milan, Juventus and Real Madrid completed the competition's 'Founding Clubs'.

Protests followed outside Stamford Bridge, with the club's supporters desperate for the plans not to go ahead. Chelsea released a statement on April 21, 2021, confirming their withdrawal from the Super League.

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