The CEO of the premier league english, Richard Masterscelebrated this Thursday the decision of Roman Abramovich to put up for sale Chelseawhose fans thanked the Russian businessman for his “unprecedented success”.
The millionaire’s name does not appear for now on the British list of sanctions against banks, companies and pro-Kremlin tycoons, after the invasion of Ukraine by decision of the Russian president, Vladimir Putin.
Fear of an eventual seizure of his assets would have led Abramovich to part ways with his London club, as he made official on Wednesday. The 55-year-old oligarch further announced that the “net proceeds” from the sale will go to the victims of the war.
“The situation has degenerated incredibly quickly in the last seven days and he (Roman Abramovich) came to the good conclusion,” said Richard Masters at a forum dedicated to football and organized in London by Financial Times.
“The situation had become untenable. It is a welcome decision, for the good of everyone, including the fans,” he added.
For their part, Chelsea fans expressed their gratitude to Abramovich for having made their club one of the strongest in Europe since his arrival in 2003.
The group Chelsea Supporters’s Trust (CST) issued a statement along these lines: “The CST expresses all its gratitude to Mr. Abramovich for his affection, his passion and his dedication to Chelsea FC. His support has brought us unprecedented success during his tenure. Chelsea fans will never forget what he has done for our club. Thank you Mr. Abramovich.” (D)
Source: Eluniverso
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