Chelsea hold talks with Mayor of London over possible stadium move

Chelsea have held talks with Mayor of London Sadiq Khan as they proceed to weigh up a stadium transfer.

In accordance with The Telegraph, the Blues met with officers at Metropolis Corridor after an invite from the mayor himself.

Chelsea are reportedly exploring a website at Earl’s Courtroom in West London, though a spokesperson for Khan denied that any formal proposals have been introduced.

Former proprietor Roman Abramovich thought-about numerous potential places earlier than he was compelled to promote the membership in 2022.

However plans for a brand new venue proceed below Todd Boehly’s possession, as they acknowledge the capability limitations of Stamford Bridge.

Minority shareholder Hansjorg Wyss stated in Might that constructing a brand new stadium at Earl’s Courtroom would swimsuit the membership finest.

However there’s stated to be divisions between Boehly, Behdad Eghbali and Jose E Feliciano about the best choice to form the membership’s future.

Chelsea are probably the most profitable golf equipment within the twenty first century, with 23 main trophies and two Champions League titles.

However Stamford Bridge (their present residence) has a capability of simply over 40,000, making it the ninth-biggest stadium within the Premier League.

With Everton’s new Hill Dickinson Stadium with over 52,000 capability scheduled to open this summer time, the Bridge will fall to tenth within the rankings.