Off the PitchThe GuardianUnverified source· 18 Aug 2026
Chelsea Boardroom Rift: Boehly Under Fire
Amid another reset, the power struggle between Chelsea's owners intensifies.
Who
Todd Boehly
What
Boardroom rift with Clearlake Capital
Ownership
Clearlake 61.6%, Boehly group 12.8%
What happened. Despite a new manager and fresh strategy, Chelsea's boardroom drama persists, with tensions between Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital owners.
- Boehly became public face of winning bid.
- Clearlake's Eghbali and Feliciano are key figures.
- Minority investors include Mark Walter and Hansjörg Wyss.
The ongoing rift could impact Chelsea's stability and future decisions.
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