Chelsea Hit with 74 FA Charges Over Historic Rule Breaches

By Eppe Franklyne

• FA alleges breaches spanning 2009–2022, mainly between 2010–2016
• Charges cover agents’ rules, intermediaries, and third-party investment
• Chelsea says issues were self-reported after 2022 ownership change

England’s Football Association has charged Chelsea with 74 breaches of its regulations, citing violations related to football agents, intermediaries, and third-party investment in players.

The FA said the alleged misconduct occurred between 2009 and 2022, with most incidents concentrated in the 2010-11 to 2015-16 seasons.

Chelsea, then under Roman Abramovich’s ownership, stated the issues were discovered during due diligence ahead of the club’s 2022 sale to Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital.

“Immediately upon completion of the purchase, the club self-reported these matters to all relevant regulators, including the FA,” Chelsea said in a statement, emphasizing its transparency and cooperation.

The club added it remains committed to working with the FA to resolve the matter “as swiftly as possible.”