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EPL: Werner Reveals Effect Of Abramovich Sanctions On Chelsea As Boehly Takes Over

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May 14, 2022

Chelsea forward, Timo Werner, has revealed the effect of Roman Abramovich sanctions on the club as American billionaire Todd Boehly takes charge of the West London club.

Werner said Chelsea players were forced to save money after the UK government imposed sanctions on Abramovich.

The Germany international explained what kind of changes he and his teammates experienced in their day-to-day after it was confirmed that Abramovich’s assets were frozen.

Abramovich had announced his decision to sell Chelsea in March following the UK government sanction on the Blues.

However, Boehly and his consortium are now on the verge of completing a £4.25 billion takeover after agreeing to a deal to buy Chelsea from Abramovich a few days ago.

“For example, our bags and stuff had to be out of our rooms by 11 am when we had a Champions League game where before our bags could stay in the room for as long as we stayed in the room,” Werner told The Mirror.

“It was little things which were a bit funny. Not things to worry about.

“We felt we couldn’t come to the game with two buses anymore, we had to be a bit closer together, we had to save money at some points, which is different to what we were used to in the hotel and somewhere else.

“Of course, we heard a lot in the press and the media. What’s going on, who is the new owner, what happens if we don’t find a new owner.

“I think the club did a very good job to keep everything away from us as much as possible.”

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EPL: ‘Go For Alvarez’ – Paul Merson Hands Arsenal Two Signings To Make

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2 days ago

May 26, 2026

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Arsenal legend, Paul Merson, has handed his old club two signings to make in the summer.

Merson wants Arsenal to sign Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez and a new midfielder.

“I would get a centre forward this summer, I would go for Julian Alvarez,” Merson said on The Good, The Bad & The Football podcast.

“I am a big fan. If they could get him, I would. I still think they probably need another midfield player as well.”

Arsenal is expected to bolster its squad in the summer after winning the Premier League title ahead of Manchester City this season.

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EPL: Wayne Rooney Picks Most Improved Player This Season

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May 26, 2026

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Manchester United legend, Wayne Rooney, has picked the Red Devils defender Luke Shaw as the most improved player in the Premier League following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season.

Speaking on his BBC podcast, Rooney said, “I think, for me, Luke Shaw. I think Luke Shaw has been the most improved player this season.

“I know he is an experienced player now, but I think his level this season has been much better than it has been in recent seasons.

“People might look at Kobbie Mainoo but I don’t think he’s improved. It was just the fact he wasn’t playing under the former manager so it wasn’t good or bad.”

Shaw enjoyed one of his most consistent seasons at Man United and started all of Man United’s Premier League games.

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EPL: Maresca Signs Three-year Contract To Replace Guardiola At Man City

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May 26, 2026

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Former Chelsea and Leicester City manager, Enzo Maresca has signed a three-year contract with Manchester City.

Maresca will now replace Pep Guardiola, who took charge of his last game on Sunday – a 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa in the Premier League.

Football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, wrote on X on Tuesday: “Enzo Maresca has already signed a three-year deal as Manchester City’s new manager.

“Agreement until June 2029 and new chapter to start soon at #MCFC, with Maresca fully involved in the transfer strategy.

“Here we go, 100% confirmed.”

Maresca has been out of work since he left Stamford Bridge in January this year and has snubbed offers while waiting for the City job.