The Premier League sacks Abramovich as Chelsea manager
The English Premier League said in a statement today, Saturday, that its board of directors removed Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich from the position of director of the London club.
"Following the imposition of sanctions by the British government, the English Premier League's board of directors removed Roman Abramovich from the position of director of Chelsea Football Club," the statement read.
"The board's decision will not have an impact on the club's ability to train and play its matches, as stated in the license issued by the British government, which expires on May 31, 2022," the statement added.
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