Last updated on September 14, 2025
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This isn’t just about Chelsea. It’s about fair play in football.
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Something serious is going on at Chelsea.
The Football Association (FA) has hit the club with 74 charges for breaking its rules.
The news has sent shockwaves through English football, and fans everywhere are asking: what exactly happened?
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What Are the Charges About?
The FA says Chelsea broke rules connected to:
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- How the club dealt with agents and intermediaries (the people who arrange transfers and contracts).
- Possible third-party investment in players (when someone other than the club has financial influence over a player).
Most of these alleged breaches happened during the Roman Abramovich era, mainly between 2010 and 2016, though some go up to 2022.
Chelsea now have until September 19 to officially respond to the charges.
How Did This Come Up?
In 2022, Chelsea got new owners — the Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital group.
During the takeover process, they looked closely at the club’s old financial records.
That’s when they found some things that didn’t look right.
Instead of hiding it, the new owners told the FA themselves.
They reported the issues, handed over documents, and promised to cooperate fully.
Chelsea’s Response
Chelsea have already released a statement. Here’s the main message:
- The problems come from the past regime, not the current owners.
- The club says it has been open and transparent with the FA since day one.
- Chelsea want the case to be resolved quickly and fairly.
What Could Happen?
It’s too early to say exactly what punishment might come, but the FA has the power to:
- Fine the club.
- Impose transfer restrictions.
- In extreme cases, even deduct points (though that’s not confirmed and would be a huge step).
One thing in Chelsea’s favour is that they came forward on their own.
That honesty could help reduce the severity of any penalty.
Why It Matters
This isn’t just about Chelsea. It’s about fair play in football.
If rules around transfers and agents are broken, clubs can gain unfair advantages.
That’s why the FA is taking it seriously.
For Chelsea fans, it’s frustrating.
The current squad and owners weren’t involved in these old deals, but the club as a whole could still face the consequences.
What’s Next
The FA will review Chelsea’s response after September 19.
Then an independent panel may decide what punishment — if any — is handed down.
