Chelsea owners face a storm of speculation as questions mount over a full takeover deal. Last year, the club’s top figures clashed in a high-profile battle that captured every headline.
Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali led that takeover fight. Their disagreement over the club’s future strategy shook the ownership team after a major acquisition in May 2022.
A private equity firm now holds a 61.5% stake after the deal. Boehly, along with billionaire partners Mark Walter and Hansjorg Wyss, each maintain a 12.8% share. Eghbali has emerged as the most active force at Stamford Bridge, even though Boehly remains chairman until 2027.
Fans voiced their displeasure ahead of a commanding 4-0 win over Southampton on 25 February. They blasted the owners for a £1 billion spending spree that has yet to bring the expected success.
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An industry insider doubts that Boehly and Eghbali will ever reach a full takeover agreement. Concerns over strategic direction continue to fuel speculation about the club’s future ownership structure.
Boehly defended the club’s progress at a recent business summit. He stated that the club is trending in the right direction and that criticism remains par for the course. Recent reports show that the club’s valuation has dropped following lackluster on-field performances.
The ownership group now faces a daunting challenge as they try to recover nearly £3.5 billion in investments. One insider argued that the expensive stadium project has weighed heavily on the club’s finances. The possibility of a complete exit remains unlikely under the current circumstances.
Chelsea is in talks to sign goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale. The 26-year-old has played 21 times this season, conceded 47 goals, kept 3 clean sheets, and received 2 yellow cards. The club has struggled with goalkeeping issues after Filip Jorgensen and Robert Sanchez failed to impress. Chelsea currently sit fifth in the Premier League and aim to secure a return to the Champions League next season.
