Why London loved Roman Abramovich

Why London loved Roman Abramovich

For two decades Roman Abramovich embodied the ambiguity and vulgarity of London’s ties with the Russian élite. In a sense, he was Vladmir Putin’s unofficial, silent, constant ambassador to the city. The... Read more »
Man United told to make Thomas Tuchel their new manager amid Roman Abramovich Chelsea sanctions

Man United told to make Thomas Tuchel their new manager amid Roman Abramovich Chelsea sanctions

Former Liverpool defender and pundit Jamie Carragher has told Manchester United that they should get Thomas Tuchel as their next manager. It comes amid uncertainty surrounding the future of Chelsea, following sanctions... Read more »
UK freezes assets of seven Russian oligarchs including Roman Abramovich | Roman Abramovich

UK freezes assets of seven Russian oligarchs including Roman Abramovich | Roman Abramovich

The Chelsea football club owner, Roman Abramovich, is among seven of Russia’s wealthiest and most influential oligarchs who have been hit with sanctions by the UK, in an effort to further punish... Read more »
Breaking: Roman Abramovich decision made by UK government to block sale of Chelsea

Breaking: Roman Abramovich decision made by UK government to block sale of Chelsea

Roman Abramovich has been added to the UK government’s sanctions list following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, with all of the 55-year-old’s assets including Chelsea Football Club frozen with immediate effect. The club... Read more »
Chelsea sale: Roman Abramovich deal close as billionaire claims ‘90% chance’ of takeover

Chelsea sale: Roman Abramovich deal close as billionaire claims ‘90% chance’ of takeover

Turkish billionaire Murshan Bayrak has confirmed that he has progressed with an offer to buy Chelsea from Roman Abramovich, following the Russian’s decision to put the club up for sale. A number... Read more »
Who is Nick Candy? The British billionaire who could takeover Chelsea from Roman Abramovich

Who is Nick Candy? The British billionaire who could takeover Chelsea from Roman Abramovich

Nick Candy has emerged as the latest candidate to complete a takeover of Chelsea following Roman Abramovich’s decision to sell. The Russian announced his intentions to cash-in on the west London club... Read more »
Russia sanctions: Fake English Heritage blue plaque put on Roman Abramovich’s London home

Russia sanctions: Fake English Heritage blue plaque put on Roman Abramovich’s London home

The blue plaque Roman Abramovich WON’T want: Prankster installs fake English Heritage honour on wall outside oligarch’s London home Despite being in Chelsea FC’s colours, it’s doubtful he will appreciate the sign ... Read more »
Breaking: Thomas Tuchel slams Chelsea fans who sang Roman Abramovich’s name in Ukraine tribute

Breaking: Thomas Tuchel slams Chelsea fans who sang Roman Abramovich’s name in Ukraine tribute

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has criticised fans who sang the name of Roman Abramovich during a show of solidarity with Ukraine ahead of their match with Burnley. Ahead of kick-off at Turf... Read more »
Fresh Chelsea takeover bid ‘confirmed’ as Roman Abramovich left with £3bn decision

Fresh Chelsea takeover bid ‘confirmed’ as Roman Abramovich left with £3bn decision

Muhsin Bayrak has seemingly made his first efforts to purchase Chelsea with it being confirmed that the Turkish businessman has lodged an offer for the club. The general manager of Bayrak’s business... Read more »
End of the Roman empire: Abramovich starts firesale of his London assets

End of the Roman empire: Abramovich starts firesale of his London assets

Roman Abramovich has begun a ‘fire sale’ of his sprawling London portfolio as he tries to offload Chelsea FC for £3billion and £200million worth of properties – with an MP claiming the Russian... Read more »