Roman Abramovich Thread

[Vesper 30,083]

[Superblue 6,372]

34 minutes ago, Hermione said:

Magic Johnson isn't even worth a billion why is it even remotely interesting he got convinced?

This doesn't relate to the Chelsea bid, it's part of a story relating to how they convinced him to join their bid for the Dodgers.

[Milan 17,955]

Roman Abramovich, the club’s present owner, and the Chelsea board will make the final decision on the preferred bidder, and will take into account recommendations from the Raine Group merchant bank which is handling the sale. It is understood that they will not necessarily choose the highest bid as they will prioritise the future guardianship of the club.

The preferred bid is expected to be confirmed next week and insiders suggest that the winning bid could be as much as £2.75 billion. The government must sign off on the sale so that Abramovich cannot profit from the proceeds.

[Strike 7,474]

End of this month is the timescale for new owners?

[ZAPHOD2319 4,799]

56 minutes ago, Strike said:

End of this month is the timescale for new owners?

The last thing that was published as far as a timetable was sale complete in May after the UK government and PL sign off on the sale.

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[Superblue 6,372]

And then there were three then. 

I actually thought the Ricketts bid was probably the favourite so this is quite a surprising turn up.

I just hope this gets sorted out asap.

[Fernando 6,585]

Still think Bohely will the be winner as giving a good package overall. 

Since American they will keep Pulisic in the team which I have no problem. 

Just get rid of Lukaku! 

[xPetrCechx 13,570]

The Ricketts led bid for Chelsea has pulled out. Told it wasn't to do with fan reaction but more about them just not being able to agree a deal. #CFC https://t.co/qgTS3rd4BK

[xPetrCechx 13,570]

So who left?

Which bid is the leading one?

When we will get the final announcement?

😬

[Pizy 18,848]

I had thought the Ricketts bid was the favorite, too. So that’s nice to hear.

Gotta be Boehly now which is probably the best of them easily. 

[xPetrCechx 13,570]

Chelsea takeover: Who is on the preferred bidders shortlist & what happens next?
https://www.goal.com/en/news/Chelsea-takeover-shortlist-preferred-bidder-stage-what/blt3b6feeb315707b45

1. Los Angeles Dodgers co-owner Todd Boehly

2. Atalanta co-owner Stephen Pagliuca

3. Ex-Liverpool chairman Sir Martin Broughton