English football club Chelsea FC has been given a one-year transfer ban, suspended for two years, along with a £10.75 million fine following an investigation into secret payments made between 2011 and 2018.
The payments were reportedly made to agents and other individuals during the period when the club was owned by Roman Abramovich. The financial irregularities were discovered during a due diligence review carried out when a new American ownership group purchased the club in 2022.
According to Premier League authorities, Chelsea’s new owners voluntarily reported the findings to the league, as well as to The Football Association and UEFA.
As part of the sanctions, Chelsea will also face a nine-month academy transfer ban with immediate effect. The restriction is related to issues surrounding the club’s registration of youth players between 2019 and 2022.
Despite the violations, the Premier League noted that Chelsea’s decision to self-report the irregularities and fully cooperate with investigators played a major role in reducing the severity of the punishment. The league described the club’s actions as “proactive self-reporting” and “exceptional co-operation,” which were considered important mitigating factors.
Chelsea have since confirmed that they accept the terms of the settlement in full and welcomed the Premier League’s recognition of their cooperation during the investigation.
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