Reports suggest that Chelsea’s owners are contemplating their futures together after a breakdown in their relationship.
Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital, led by Behdad Eghbali and Jose E. Feliciano, acquired Chelsea from Roman Abramovich in 2022 and have experienced a tumultuous two years of unprecedented spending and disappointing performances on the field.
Rumors of a rift between Boehly and Eghbali surfaced earlier this year but were consistently denied by the club. However, according to Bloomberg, their strained relationship has led both parties to consider their options.
Both Boehly and Clearlake are reportedly exploring the possibility of buying out the other’s shares in Chelsea due to concerns about their ability to collaborate effectively in the future.
Clearlake currently holds the majority ownership with 61.54% of the shares, while Boehly, along with Mark Walter and Hansjorg Wyss, owns the remaining 38.46%.
The Telegraph reports that Clearlake is not interested in selling their shares and is only looking to increase their stake in the club.
The clash between Boehly and Eghbali reportedly stems from disagreements over Chelsea’s recruitment strategy, on-field performances, and the lack of progress in stadium development.
Despite the internal issues, all parties remain dedicated to Chelsea and intend to continue running the club professionally. However, the ongoing challenges have prompted them to explore the possibility of parting ways.