Huge blow for the Ricketts family. The #CFC Supporters' Trust say concerns remain about the consortium's ability to run an "inclusive, successful football club." One part of the sale, from Chelsea's perspective, is optics & that's why the #NoToRicketts hashtag has been powerful.
https://twitter.com/ChelseaSTrust/status/1507341539961458735
The Chelsea fanbase should be applauded for making their feelings clearly heard. And the CST has done an excellent job of engaging directly with bidders (especially the Ricketts in this case) to ensure they are part of the process despite having no legal role.
Be interesting to see how the Ricketts family react to this and whether they are intent to win over the fanbase or pull out. No intel on the latter yet but I have asked the question post this statement. My understanding remains they are into to the next stage as it stands.
Going through, although it would be met with anger, doesn't guarantee anything. It just means the bid is suited to the sale criteria. And if Raine only put two through the club has less leverage as bids get revised/new partners (even failed bidders) come in.
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