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Think Gallagher is more suitable in the midfield two. That being said, he looks quality in the final third as well. He really could be the player that replaces Kante long term.

There does seem to be a conflict of interest considering Raine Group and Ricketts have pre-existing business relations. Canners actually made a comment about this on twitter: "Today you will have seen an article in the Daily Mirror about my meeting with potential owners of Chelsea FC. I have not and will not give any personal endorsement to any bid. The vile and racist abuse I have received this afternoon has shocked and upset me. I won't be making any further comments". Disgusting.

Fair enough mate. Agree to disagree.

Versus pretending to think a Ukrainian born citizen, born to Ukrainian parents, who's being worked as a mediator due to his connections with Ukrainian nationalists, only has his billions on his mind and zero empathy towards those that are suffering. I suppose Roman only had billions on his mind too when he made those donations during the COVID pandemic, but I would assume that classifies as Sportswashing as it doesn't fit your narrative. Come on mate. I reiterate to what I argued with Fairy in Boots pages back, what do you know of Roman that is actually 100% factual? There is so much written about him its tough to take a grasp on what is actually true. When publications such as him having connections with the Russian Mafia, Putin's influence on him buying Chelsea Football Club, and his alleged intimidations tactics on Berozovsky were all challenged and won in court by Roman, this gives a whole new level on Trial by Media. Now just to make this abundantly clear because the Liverpool lot on here love to make false interpretations, this does not mean I am against the sanctions. Abramovich is part of the ruling system that has supported Putin for best part of 30 years and brought him to power. He's 100% to blame.

Whilst Roman was busy looting Russia, he simultaneously joined the peace talks. What a Multi Tasker.

There's no denying the relationship between Roman and Putin. That wasn't my point. My point was that because of this relationship, it created the nonsensical assumption Roman was supporting Putin for the invasion due to his shares in military steel, which was and remains to be completely baseless. It's incredibly convenient to swallow everything negative against him and regurgitate anything positive. For example people are preferring to believe Roman faked his own assassination over him providing all the proceeds to Ukrainian families. No thought what so ever to what he's done during the COVID pandemic. There's been so much published on Roman over the years its hard to figure out what's actually true, particularly when some of these publications were contested and won in court by Roman. Such as his ties to the Russian Mafia, Putin's influence on him purchasing Chelsea, and his intimidation tactics on Berozovsky. I wouldn't doubt it not being poison considering their symptoms weren't even that severe. Although, a Russian based agency is the one that broke the news to Reuters saying they weren't poisoned. Edit: He's now working on humanitarian corridors and bringing other nations to talks. Evident he is using his influence as well as he can.

Not having any of that. Everyone and their dog who views Chelsea as a footballing rival have now suddenly become experts in Russian politics overnight, and its been shoved profusely down our throats that Roman is 100% in Putin's pocket and is somehow benefiting from this invasion considering his shares in military steel. This news has undoubtedly rustled a few narratives and agendas in that regard, when really all it took to see that Roman wanted no part in this was the fact he is Ukrainian born to Ukrainian parents.

Certainly foiling a few narratives...

This was way back earlier in the month. Dosage and type of toxin insufficient to cause life-threatening damage. Still was hospitalized though.

Kirby > Lukaku & Werner

Confirmed 4: Team Boehly Harris/Blitzer & friends Stephen Pagliuca & Bain The Ricketts & Ken Griffin

Calling him everything wrong with modern football makes you a racist nowadays.

Todd Boehly has held talks with senior members at Chelsea about his vision, he’s in the driving seat. ( @Nathan_Gissing ) pic.twitter.com/aa3chqzc15 — Pys (@CFCPys) March 24, 2022

According to people with knowledge of the matter, 2 bids backed by US billionaires have become the frontrunners to win the £3bn race to purchase Chelsea FC Investor group led by Todd Boehly Private equity billionaires, Josh Harris and David Blitzer (via @FT) #CFC — ChelsTransfer (@ChelsTransfer) March 24, 2022

Really does seem like Raine Group are doing their due diligence here.

Some people like to pretend the 90's didn't happen. We were a fairly strong cup side. 2 FA Cups, 1 Cup Winners Cup, 1 Super Cup & 1 League Cup. We also almost bloody won the league in 99'. But aside that, the purchasing of Vialli and Gullit actually sparked Chelsea revolutions , propelling us towards the Russian money.

Woody Johnson also reported to have not made the list. Thank god.

Saudi Media are out of the race to buy Chelsea. They weren't selected by Raine Group, they are disappointed but open to joining another consortium #CFC — Nizaar Kinsella (@NizaarKinsella) March 24, 2022

X (2022) - 6/10 Big fan of the Green Room by A24 so decided to give this a watch. It was alright. Liked the 70's cinematography. Other than that, just another slasher film. Pretty gross at times.

The easing of the restrictions means Chelsea can sell tickets but won’t receive the cash. Chelsea cannot sell new tickets for home Premier League games to its fans — beyond existing season ticket holders — but away fans can now buy tickets (AP) #CFC — ChelsTransfer (@ChelsTransfer) March 23, 2022 Chelsea has been granted a license to continue operating as a club but with strict limitations on its commercial ventures. However, a government document seen by The Associated Press shows the terms of the license now allows Champions League tickets to be sold again. #CFC #UCL — ChelsTransfer (@ChelsTransfer) March 23, 2022

Think we will know the confirmed 4 by the end of the week.

Rangnick is now your sporting director though. Add ten Hag, you have two men who share the same vision. It's very promising.

United fans should be excited.

Be that as it may, publicly saying all Muslims are the enemy isn't going to bold well, particularly when you want to take over a successful club where the fans are very hesitant on who the new owner is. It's the very reason screening processes exist. Their bid has been universally protested against by the Chelsea Supporters Trust, add the Muslim community and Muslim players we have on the team and staff members, I cannot see them making the final cut. In fairness, the statement was made by their father, who they have tried to distant themselves from.

From what I read, both Ricketts and Johnson are considered front runners due to their relationship with Raine Group and the UK Government. However, the decision ultimately lies with Bruce Buck. Ricketts I feel will miss out due to their pretty damming past islamophobia behavior and I don't expect Roman or the club to trust Johnson given how he's poorly run the Jets. Top 2 for me: Boehly-Wyss seems the safest bet. They've done their due diligence already with bids in the past, so they know the infrastructure of the club. From their comments, they are striving towards self sufficiency and efficiency, which is something we have been wanting for years. Can easily see why they are considered the favorites. Centricus seems promising. All involved are Chelsea fans with massive backing.