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Mar 25
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Off the Books: The Scandal That Cost Che...

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In this episode, we dive into the explosive fallout of Chelsea FC’s record-breaking Premier League fine. After the new BlueCo ownership self-reported a decade of "secret payments" from the Roman Abramovich era, the league handed down a £10.75 million penalty and a suspended transfer ban. We explore the high-profile transfers involved—from Eden Hazard to Willian—and discuss why the club’s "exceptional cooperation" spared them a points deduction while their academy remains under an immediate nine-month recruitment freeze.


Chelsea FC, Roman Abramovich, Premier League, financial fair play, football news




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