Chelsea Supporters’ Trust seeking ‘urgent clarification’ over Roman Abramovich statement

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Malik Ouzia @MalikOuzia_26 February 2022

The Chelsea Supporters’ Trust say they are “seeking urgent clarification” over the impact of Roman Abramovich’s decision to step back from running the club following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Several Russian billionaires have been hit with sanctions by the UK government in response to the conflict in Ukraine.

Abramovich is not among them but Labour MP Chris Bryant this week urged the House of Commons to seize the 55-year-old’s assets and bar him from owning the club.

“The Chelsea Supporters’ Trust is deeply saddened and shocked by the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the subsequent loss of life,” the CST statement read.

“We note Mr Abramovich’s statement and are seeking urgent clarification on what this statement means for the running of Chelsea FC.

“The CST board are ready to work with the trustees of The Chelsea foundation in order to ensure the long-term interests of the club and supporters.

“We stand with the people of Ukraine.”

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