Chelsea Football Club has been hit with 74 charges by the Football Association (FA) for alleged breaches of regulations that occurred during the ownership of Roman Abramovich. The charges are said to relate to financial dealings and compliance issues during the Russian billionaire’s tenure at Stamford Bridge, which spanned nearly two decades before he sold the club in 2022.
The FA confirmed the charges in an official statement, noting that the allegations concern irregularities linked to player transfers, payments, and contractual arrangements. These revelations come after investigations uncovered potential rule breaches that could have given the club an unfair advantage in the past.
Chelsea’s current ownership, led by the Todd Boehly-Clearlake consortium, has stated that they are fully cooperating with the authorities and that the alleged breaches predate their stewardship. They remain committed to running the club transparently and in line with football governance standards.
The case is expected to have significant implications, not only for Chelsea but also for the wider football landscape, as governing bodies continue to tighten oversight on financial practices in the sport.