Chelsea, Roman Abramovich and old-school memories of the Bridge In today’s Fiver: The Roman empire, email clipping and Woking woe The Guardian - UK · Mar 2, 2022
Todd Boehly’s current net worth as Roman Abramovich ‘rejects’ offer for Chelsea takeover The American tycoon has been rumoured to be considering a takeover of Chelsea in the past and could potentially make another effort should Roman Abramovich sell Football London · Mar 2, 2022
Some Russian oligarchs speak out, cautiously, against war Russia’s war on Ukraine has sent shockwaves through the global community of wealthy Russians who have built luxurious lives in the West while keeping close to the Kremlin The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2022
Roman Abramovich's hopes of quick Chelsea sale hampered by Stamford Bridge obstacle Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich's plans to sell up the Premier League club's Stamford Bridge ground could prove a stumbling block and slow down any negotiations Daily Mirror · Mar 2, 2022
Roman Abramovich Chelsea sale chaos has given Thomas Tuchel an unwanted repeat of Super League Thomas Tuchel has had to confront the media during two very awkward periods for Chelsea Football Club, and he's handled both admirably Football London · Mar 2, 2022
Stamford Bridge issue just one headache facing Roman Abramovich as he plots Chelsea exit Even for a man who so rarely makes public utterances, the silence this morning was deafening. Evening Standard · Mar 2, 2022
Starmer pushes for Abramovich and former Russian deputy PM sanctions during PMQs The Labour leader said more action was needed Wales Online · Mar 2, 2022
Starmer questions why Roman Abramovich is not facing UK sanctions Labour calls for tougher action against Russian oligarchs at PMQs as Ukrainian ambassador watches from gallery The Guardian - UK · Mar 2, 2022
What Sir Jim Ratcliffe has said about buying Manchester United amid links with Chelsea takeover Roman Abramovich looks set to sell Chelsea and Sir Jim Ratcliffe has already been linked as a potential buyer, having spoken about buying a Premier League club before Football London · Mar 2, 2022
Chelsea sale latest: Nick Candy 'meeting', Saudi Media bid, Conor McGregor stance All of the latest updates on a potential takeover following the news that Roman Abramovich has had his assets in the United Kingdom frozen by the government Football London · Mar 2, 2022
Britain's richest man's comments about buying Man United or Chelsea amid likely Abramovich sale Manchester United fan Sir Jim Ratcliffe has previously spoken about the possibility of taking over Chelsea, with Roman Abramovich likely to sell. Manchester Evening News · Mar 2, 2022
Starmer quizzes Johnson over sanctions for Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich The Labour leader used Prime Minister’s Questions to suggest more action is needed from the UK to ‘stand up to Putin and those who prop up his regime’ The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2022
Sir Jim Ratcliffe can help Chelsea copy Man City transfer network if Roman Abramovich sells up Sir Jim Ratcliffe has been credited with an interest in buying Chelsea from Roman Abramovich, and the Brit billionaire's relations could give the Blues a head start in the transfer market Football London · Mar 2, 2022
Pressure ramps up on Roman Abramovich to face UK government sanctions as Chelsea put up for sale The owner has again been named in parliament as a Russian businessman Football London · Mar 2, 2022
Chronicle Live · Mar 2, 2022 Roman Abramovich 'puts Chelsea up for sale' in deal which could have huge impact on Premier League Roman Abramovich is reportedly considering a lucrative sale of Chelsea in a deal which could have consequences for Newcastle United and their Premier League rivals
The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2022 Roman Abramovich ready to sell Chelsea and hoping to create £2bn bidding war Swiss billionaire Hansjorg Wyss is one of a number of potential bidders with Abramovich moving towards a sale after 19 years at the helm of the London club
Daily Record · Mar 2, 2022 Boris Johnson under pressure to add Chelsea benefactor Roman Abramovich to Russian sanctions list At Prime Minister's Questions the Commons gave the Ukraine ambassador a standing ovation.
Evening Standard · Mar 2, 2022 Why on earth hasn’t Chelsea FC owner Roman Abramovich been sanctioned, asks Keir Starmer Mr Johnson said it was not appropriate for him to comment on individual cases ‘at this stage’
Evening Standard · Mar 2, 2022 The public is fed up with London’s rotten plunder and corrupt wealth Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel sounded fed up when he snapped “you have to stop” at journalists questioning him about his club’s owner Roman Abramovich, accused in Parliament of links to corruption and Vladimir Putin’s Russian state.
Reuters · Mar 2, 2022 UK's Johnson declines to comment on possible Abramovich sanctions British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday declined to comment on whether sanctions would be imposed on Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, but said the "vice" was tightening on those around Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2022 Boris Johnson told to explain why crackdown on Russian ‘dirty money’ will take 18 months Register of foreign owners of property delayed until autumn 2023 at the earliest, Keir Starmer warns – ‘far too long for the Ukrainian people’
Football London · Mar 2, 2022 Hansjorg Wyss’ fortune compared to Roman Abramovich amid potential Chelsea takeover The Swiss billionaire has claimed that he has the chance to complete a purchase of Chelsea but he boasts somewhat of a smaller fortune compared to the current Blues’ owner
Daily Mirror · Mar 2, 2022 Roman Abramovich accused of 'association with corrupt activity' as Starmer urges sanctions Labour leader Keir Starmer asked "why on earth" Roman Abramovich has not been sanctioned, saying: "He’s a person of interest to the Home Office because of his links to the Russian state and his public association with corrupt activity and practices"
Evening Standard · Mar 2, 2022 Chelsea for sale? Roman Abramovich expected to receive offers this week amid Hansjorg Wyss claims Roman Abramovich is ready to listen to offers for Chelsea, with Swiss billionaire Hansjorg Wyss claiming he and three other parties have been invited to bid for the club.
Evening Standard · Mar 2, 2022 Roman Abramovich rumoured to be selling London homes as Russian buyers face ‘panic and uncertainty’ Purchases are falling through but there’s no sign yet of a full-scale exodus