Chelsea are on the market after the UK government froze Roman Abramovich’s assets, which include the Blues, with the club facing an uncertain long-term future if a deal can’t be made as soon as possible
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The next 72 hours will shape Chelsea’s long term future.
US brokers Raine have set Friday as a deadline for bids as they look to choose a preferred buyer to take over from Roman Abramovich at Stamford Bridge.
Premier League bosses want to push through a deal after Russian oligarch Abramovich was sanctioned by the British Government and disqualified from being a director on Chelsea ’s board.
It is rapidly becoming a three-way battle between US consortiums involving Todd Boehly’s consortium, the Ricketts family who own the Chicago Cubs and New York Jets owner Woody Johnson.
British businessman Nick Candy has also declared his interest and intention to involve fans in any potential offer.
