ESPN.com · May 4, 2022
Chelsea's uncertain future: How sanctions, confusion are affecting squad planning for next season
Chelsea's sale may be edging closer to completion, but the most turbulent period in the club's 117-year history is far from over as fans, staff, and players face an uncertain future.
Although British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe attempted to gatecrash the process with a last-ditch offer of his own, the consortium led by Los Angeles Dodgers part-owner Todd Boehly was confirmed as the Blues' preferred bidder on Friday.
Ratcliffe remains hopeful of a late change of heart as Chelsea look to secure UK government and Premier League approval in the coming days, but the Boehly camp is in the driver's seat to become the new club's new owners, finally drawing a line under the Roman Abramovich era.