No broadcasting money would lead to a mess with the TV scheduling, and with restrictions on certain fans that can attend, it would be cruel to take them away from our screens too.Ĭlub sale could potentially still go ahead, as long as Abramovich does not benefit financially
Receive TV broadcasting revenues and prize money - although this will be frozenĬhelsea will continue to receive the TV broadcasting money and also any bonuses for their performances in all competitions this season, although it will be frozen immediately.
However, there are restrictions on who can attend. This may sound like a lot, but Premier League clubs spend millions per matchday, but fans must be safe in attendance, and it would be a humanitarian issue if refreshments could not be provided at a venue that supporters spend up to three hours at. The saddest part of this all is how it affects the fans, but thankfully stewarding and refreshments at Stamford Bridge will continue to be provided, although they're subject to a £500,000 cap. Provide stewards, security and food and drink for fans, subject to a £500,000 spending cap This isn't the fault of the players, who have come to Stamford Bridge to play exciting football and represent one of the biggest English clubs, and the staff's contracts will continue to be honoured too.Ĭhelsea are already in trouble as it is when it comes to holding on to players, but failure to pay them could have led to a mass revolt at Stamford Bridge. We know football clubs are cultural assets and we are committed to protecting them.”Ĭhelsea will still be able to continue paying their players and staff, which would have led to an unbelievable collapse if this wasn't the case. “We have granted the club a licence so it can fulfil its fixtures, pay its staff and existing ticket holders can attend matches. “The important measures announced today will clearly have a direct impact on Chelsea FC and its fans but we are working hard to make sure the club and the national game are not unnecessarily harmed.
We are now turning the screw on influential oligarchs enabling his regime. With Chelsea still in a healthy position in the Champions League and the FA Cup, they could still enjoy a winning season amidst the chaos.Ĭulture Secretary Nadine Dorries said: “Vladimir Putin's attack on Ukraine continues and we are witnessing new levels of evil by the hour. Thankfully for Chelsea, they'll still be able to complete their remaining fixtures, as believe it or not there was some uncertainty as to whether they would be pulled from finishing the season.Ĭhelsea were handed with a licence that means they can still run primarily as a football club, and this was one of the priorities when enforcing the sanction.
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