Roman Abramovich hands over ‘stewardship and care’ of Chelsea to trustees of club’s charitable foundation amid scrutiny surrounding Russia-Ukraine crisis

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Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich has announced he has handed over ‘stewardship and care’ of the Premier League club to trustees of their charitable foundation.

The decision comes amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Roman Abramovich has enjoyed huge success since taking over as Chelsea owner

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Roman Abramovich has enjoyed huge success since taking over as Chelsea owner

A statement from Abramovich on Chelsea’s website reads as follows: “During my nearly 20-year ownership of Chelsea FC, I have always viewed my role as a custodian of the Club, whose job it is ensuring that we are as successful as we can be today, as well as build for the future, while also playing a positive role in our communities. 

“I have always taken decisions with the Club’s best interest at heart. I remain committed to these values. 

“That is why I am today giving trustees of Chelsea’s charitable Foundation the stewardship and care of Chelsea FC.

“I believe that currently they are in the best position to look after the interests of the Club, players, staff, and fans.”

Earlier in the week Labour MP Chris Bryant told Parliament he had been named as a person of interest in 2019 because of alleged links to the Russian state and alleged ‘association with corrupt activity and practices’.

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Prime minister Boris Johnson has announced a number of sanctions on Russian nationals in the UK, but Abramovich has avoided any punishment thus far.

Now though, the Blues owner has taken it upon himself to relinquish control of the the ‘stewardship and care’ of the club after 19 years.

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