There is one question that has often been posed by Chelsea's detractors over the previous 19 years. It's come after Premier League title wins, after Champions League triumphs, after domestic cup victories: Where would the club be without Roman Abramovich and his billions?
Well, we're about to find out.
It's not yet been officially confirmed, but the UK government signing off on the takeover by the consortium led by U.S. billionaire Todd Boehly was the final hurdle that needed to be cleared. So, a new era begins at Stamford Bridge – and it must try to live up to the unbridled success of the one that preceded it. Whether that is possible, only time will tell.
