Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Roman Abramovich has given Chelsea’s charity foundation “stewardship and care.”
MPs have said this week that Abramovich, who was born in Russia, should not be permitted to buy Chelsea because of his suspected ties to Vladimir Putin’s administration.
“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 to ensure 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,” Abramovich said in a rare statement released on the club’s website.
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“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.”
The Chelsea FC Foundation trustees include John Devine, Paul Ramos, Piara Powar, Emma Hayes, Sir Hugh Robertson and Bruce Buck.
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