Chelsea news: Roman Abramovich criticizes “incompetent” statement after resigning

Chelsea owner Abramovich has announced his decision to take a step back amid growing scrutiny over alleged links to Vladimir Putin – with shocking news coming ahead of the Carabao Cup final

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Chelsea will look to lift their third silver trophy on Sunday but in the club scene there is a sudden change.

Carabao Cup may be added to European Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup when The Blues meet Liverpool at Wembley Stadium.

But club owner Roman Abramovich released a statement on Saturday afternoon in which he gave control to Chelsea Establish.

Who are the trustees who have been given abundant power at Stamford Bridge?

And why didn’t Abramovich’s decision go well with expert Micah Richards?

Did Roman Abramovich get it right? Have your say in the comments!

Abramovich stepped back

Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich released a statement on Saturday night to announce that he will be transferring “management and care” to the Chelsea Foundation.

Since taking over in 2003, Abramovich has overseen a lot of unprecedented success as the Blues consistently won every title available to them at club level.

However, since the Russian invasion UkraineThe 55-year-old tycoon has been accused of having a connection with Vladimir Putin – claims that he has denied.

But Abramovich feels this is the right time for him to step back after admitting he is not in the “best position” to handle the club.

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Trustees of the Chelsea Foundation

Roman Abramovich’s decision to hand management over to the Chelsea Foundation has led to a shift in attention to trust charities.

What Abramovich does in the future is still being worked on but for the time being, the ‘benefit of the club’ will be left to the five.

These include Chelsea Women’s Director Emma Hayes and club president Bruce Buck.

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Richards knocks out Abramovich

Roman Abramovich’s decision to give Chelsea Foundation care has been met with criticism from expert Micah Richards.

Abrahovich’s decision on Saturday night shocked the football world.

But Richards believes the statement leaves too much to be desired and asks fans to try and figure out what it really means for the Blues going forward.

“We need more than that, don’t we?” Richards asked on Sky Sports.

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