SCOUT· 62%41m·2026-09-24·SportsIs the Chelsea 'project' stuck?
Clearlake Capital have taken “full control” of Chelsea, purchasing Todd Boehly’s minority stake. Kate Mason is joined by Matt Slater, Liam Twomey and Rob Green to get into why Boehly’s four year affiliation with the club has come to an end, and what it means for the Chelsea ‘project’. Plus, Matt explains Clearlake's…
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