Chelsea's Champions League Qualification at Risk Due to Financial and Ownership Concerns


Chelsea's Champions League Qualification at Risk Due to Financial and Ownership Concerns
Despite currently holding fifth place in the Premier League, which would typically secure a Champions League spot under UEFA's co-efficient system, Chelsea faces potential exclusion from Europe's premier club competition next season. This predicament arises from two primary issues: alleged breaches of UEFA's Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations and complications related to multi-club ownership. Financial Fair Play Violations UEFA is scrutinizing Chelsea's financial activities, particularly the club's attempts to offset losses by including income from the sale of their women's team and hotel properties to related parties. These transactions, totaling approximately £275 million, are not recognized under UEFA's FFP rules, leading to reported losses of £358 million over three years—significantly exceeding UEFA's permitted threshold of €200 million. While the Premier...