However, a DCMS spokesman claimed that the only role the government would play was to modify the special license with which Chelsea is currently operating due to the sanctions imposed on Abramovich, in order to authorize the sale of the club. The license has prevented the usual activities at Stamford Bridge, limiting the money they can spend on travel and hosting matches, selling merchandise, including selling tickets to home fans for Premier League matches, and barring new contracts or transfers. Raine Group has undertaken to facilitate the sale of Chelsea with the new deadline for the final offers being mentioned on April 14. Once a preferred bidder is selected, the proposed takeover will be presented to the government on April 18 in the hope that the license will be amended. However, DCMS has tried to make it clear that they have no role in selecting a successful bidder. READ MORE: Every word Mateo Kovacic said at Chelsea against Real Madrid, Luka Modric and the disappointment of the starting line-up Reports said the government was pleased with all four remaining bidders and would be ready to promote the sale of the club to any of the other parties. However, this was denied by the government. A spokesman said: “PA’s reports are inaccurate and inaccurate. The government has no role in determining the preferred bidder for the Chelsea football team. Owners’ ratings and due diligence are a matter for the club and the Premier League, no. “Our role is to consider an application for an amended license authorizing the sale of the club when it appears with a preferred bidder.” As revealed by football.london, the government is unlikely to impose harsh conditions other than to ensure that Roman Abramovich will not receive money from a sale. This means that the decision to offer the club’s fans a “golden portion” or an additional representation will most likely be at the discretion of the new owners, although the Chelsea Supporters’ Trust is putting pressure on the teams and Westminster. Read more related articles Read more related articles
