How Chelsea’s next owners might profit from football

Commercial tweaks might make the club a better asset — but less thrilling for fans

03 April 2022 - 00:00 By Chris Hughes

Can the US  money trying to buy Chelsea football club from sanctioned Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich realistically expect to earn a financial return?..

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