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Todd Boehly has left Chelsea alongside fellow investor Mark Walter after four years in which his influence steadily faded behind Clearlake Capital. The ownership change will have little effect on the daily running of the club, but it could unlock the long-running stadium question. Behdad Eghbali and José E. Feliciano now hold full control of the London club.
varela·7 min read
The Chelsea striker is at the centre of conflicting reports just hours before the Premier League clash against Brentford. While Xabi Alonso kept the door open for his participation on Friday, sources in Brazil claim he is dealing with a knee injury that will keep him out for around three and a half weeks.
Natilla·5 min read
Chelsea will enter a new era after Todd Boehly and Mark Walter sold their stakes to Clearlake, giving the investment firm complete control of the club. Xabi Alonso thanked the previous owners for their contribution and welcomed the chance to keep building with Behdad Eghbali as the main decision-maker.
Javi
·6 min read
Clearlake Capital has acquired the remaining shares held by Todd Boehly, Mark Walter and Hansjorg Wyss to take full ownership of Chelsea. The deal brings Boehly's time as chairman to an end after a period that began with the 2022 takeover. Behdad Eghbali and Jose E. Feliciano now lead the club as sole owners.
InfoBlaugrana·5 min read
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso admitted his side got exactly what they earned in a 2-2 draw with Hull City at Stamford Bridge. The Blues wasted a chance to take all three points at home and their boss did not hide his frustration after the final whistle.
InfoBlaugrana·4 min read
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has placed Joao Pedro among the elite strikers in world football. He compared the Brazilian's style to Karim Benzema and said he is already at Erling Haaland's level. The forward started the season with the Premier League Player of the Month award.
Natilla·5 min read
Martin Zubimendi is considering leaving Arsenal in the winter window after losing his starting role. Chelsea and Real Madrid are monitoring the 27-year-old Spanish midfielder closely. Everton, meanwhile, are assessing free agents Mauro Icardi and Anthony Martial as possible attacking additions.
varela·5 min read
Clearlake Capital is closing in on an agreement to buy out Todd Boehly and Mark Walter from Chelsea. The deal values the London club at around £5bn and would allow both investors to leave with a profit on their stake. Talks accelerated last month after Walter sought funds to pay insurers following a US federal investigation into alleged tax fraud.
Javi·4 min read
Cole Palmer came off the bench to score twice as Chelsea fought back from two goals down to beat Leeds 6-3 at Stamford Bridge. The England forward explained what Xabi Alonso demanded at half-time to ignite a stunning turnaround in the Carabao Cup third round. The Blues advanced after a four-player substitution changed the game completely.
Javi·5 min read
Chelsea overturned a 2-0 deficit to knock Leeds United out of the Carabao Cup with a 6-3 win at Stamford Bridge. Cole Palmer transformed the tie after coming on at half-time, inspiring a burst of four goals in twelve minutes. Xabi Alonso's side avoided an early exit and stayed alive in a competition that carries extra weight with no European football this season.
Natilla·6 min read