Roman Abramovich

Sanctioned Roman Abramovich files lawsuit at EU general court

Abramovich has filed a lawsuit at the EU's general court against the European Union Council, which imposed sanctions on the former Chelsea owner as part of measures targeting Russia and President Vladimir Putin’s close allies.

Roman Abramovich denies asking for $1.9 billion Chelsea loan to be repaid

Chelsea's statement added that the funds from the sale will be frozen and "subject to a legal procedure governed by authorities".

Jim Ratcliffe still interested in buying Chelsea despite rejection

Ratcliffe, reportedly Britain's richest man, revealed on Friday he was putting forward an offer for the Blues totalling £4.25 billion ($5.3 billion).

Ukraine conflict: Russia denies poisoning oligarch Roman Abramovich who participated in peace talks

The Wall Street Journal reported on Monday that Abramovich and Ukrainian negotiators were targets of a suspected poison attack, potentially by Moscow hardliners seeking to sabotage peace talks

Chelsea allowed to sell select tickets for remainder of season after new licence from UK government

The London club, however, are still not permitted to sell new tickets to home fans for league matches under the terms of the new licence.

British businessman Nick Candy wants fan involvement as race to buy Chelsea heats up

Roman Abramovich put Chelsea up for sale on 2 March, amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Chelsea a special case, a political situation, says LaLiga chief Javier Tebas on turmoil at Premier League club

LaLiga president Javier Tebas expressed confidence in their strict checks to avoid fate such as Chelsea's falling on a Spanish club.

Champions League: Unsettled Chelsea beat Lille to progress to quarter-finals

Chelsea put their off-field troubles to one side to seal a place in the Champions League quarter-finals as a Cesar Azpilicueta goal clinched a 2-1 win at Lille

Middlesbrough vow to resist Chelsea's 'bizarre' FA Cup request

The Premier League club want Saturday's game at the Riverside played in an empty stadium after the British government blocked them from making new ticket sales, with only existing ticket holders allowed to attend matches.

Thomas Tuchel says no excuses from Chelsea despite sanctions

Chelsea are banned from selling tickets and cannot spend more than £20,000 ($26,000) per match on travel costs, though the Blues are urgently lobbying ministers for a much-needed hike.