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When Roman Abramovich was sanctioned almost four months ago, Chelsea fans feared the worst.

The move by the UK government in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine signalled both the end of the Abramovich era at Stamford Bridge and, it was assumed, almost two decades of unimaginable success.

'Yeah, this is it,' reflected one dismayed, but philosophical supporter on social media. 'The end of Chelsea as we know it. Was fun as long as it lasted.'

The extent of the restrictions placed upon Chelsea, and it appeared on Abramovich's ability to sell the club, since he was disallowed from any financial benefit, made it hard to disagree.