The group led by American tycoon Todd Boehly has received an official notification from the commercial bank Raine, which advises Chelsea on the sale, that they have been included in the list of preferred bidders, as well as the consortium led by Sir Martin Broughton and Lord Coe – but largely funded by Crystal Palace shareholders David Blitzer and Josh Harris. The Ricketts family’s offer, which has been the subject of a backlash from supporters over a series of emails leaked by Patriarch Joe calling Muslims “enemies”, has also been informed that they have also taken the next step in the process. . With them is Boston Celtics owner Stephen Pagliuca, who is co-chairman of the private equity group Bain Capital, in the final list, while there were proposals for a fifth mysterious bidder on Friday night. The consortium led by LA Dodgers co-owner Boehly, which also includes Swiss partner Hansjorg Wyss and British businessman Jonathan Goldstein, and the band led by Broughton and Coe are believed to be the club’s top two favorites to buy the club. current owner Roman Abramovich. It remains to be seen what impact Blitzer and Harris’s involvement in the Palace will have on Broughton and Coe’s bid, as the US couple will have to transfer ownership of Selhurst Park, which could be a lengthy process. Sources also said that Broughton’s son, Michael, is also involved. Boston Celtics owner Stephen Pagliuca’s bid to sign Chelsea is one of four shortlisted The offer from the Ricketts family was also shortlisted, despite widespread public concerns about their possible ownership, due to anti-Muslim comments made by Joe Ricketts (photo) LA Dodgers co-owner Todd Boehly’s consortium is also one of those selected by Raine Another team led by Lord Coe (center) has also been selected from the preferred bidders Raine finally confirmed which offers for Chelsea were included in the final list Sources said Boehly’s bid is just south of ,5 2.5 billion, while Broughton and Coe’s bid is said to be just below that. The Ricketts family, along with their partner Ken Griffin – worth around 20 20 billion – will believe they now have a real chance of acquiring Chelsea despite huge opposition from supporters. Pagliuca’s personal fortune is said to be much smaller, around 3 3 billion, but through the Bain investment vehicle, the 67-year-old can finance a competitive offer for Chelsea. However, the fact that Pagliuca owns 55% of the shares in the Serie A team, Atalanta, could prove to be a problem for the American bid according to UEFA rules. And while all four selected parties have submitted their initial bids, Sportsmail has learned that the consortia are willing to increase their bids during the crucial second phase – and will seek clarity on whether they are allowed to do so.
Tom Rickets and his family have been put under further scrutiny in their bid to buy Chelsea The Ricketts family could face embarrassing questions from fans who do not want them at the helm amid concerns about their cultural beliefs This scenario would effectively turn the next round of the auction into an auction. However, while the size of the bids will be crucial in deciding which bid will be the preferred bidder – the parties have been informed that cash bids are not the only factor. Undoubtedly, the Ricketts’ passage to the next round was the biggest surprise. In an effort to quell anger over their offer, Tom Ricketts posted a statement saying: “My family and I are very grateful to all the fans and support groups who took the time to meet with us this week and to share their passion and concerns for Chelsea Football Club. It is clear that you have nothing but the interest of the club in your heart. “We have heard all your comments – including the Chelsea Supporters’ Trust – and we are grateful that the door is still open to show our commitment to working with the fans to protect the club’s heritage. “It is now up to us to redouble our efforts and clearly formulate a vision for the management of the club with diversity and inclusion in its heart.” Saudi Media Group, led by Mohamed Alkhereiji (photo at Stamford Bridge Stadium in November, when Chelsea drew 1-1 with Manchester United) has not been shortlisted The bidding window for potential suitors hoping to buy Chelsea closed at 21:00 last Friday There was an urgent need for a quick sale following the imposition of sanctions on Roman Abramovich New York Jets owner Woody Johnson (c) and Nick Candy have also lost the final list Earlier in the day, the Chelsea Supporters Trust issued a statement saying: “It’s important that the new owners of the club have the confidence of the support base and show that they understand the values ​​we stand for. “That’s why the strength of the Ricketts family’s offer cannot and should not be ignored by Chelsea fans. “CST is grateful to the Ricketts family for meeting with us this week. We have challenged them everywhere on which the supporters have expressed concern. “However, our concerns about their ability to run an inclusive club, successful on behalf of our diverse base of supporters around the world, have not yet been allayed.” Chelsea could raise the highest amount ever raised by a sports team with more than 3 3 billion Otherwise, Candy’s involvement in the process seems to be coming to an end. The Blue Soccer Consortium, led by Catalina Kim, included support from South Korean financial institutions and a commitment to Gianluca Viali’s investment fund, but was told they had not made progress. Candy is said to have been in talks with other consortia to join forces, but his chances of being hit another hit as Kim appeared to indicate that funding from South Korea had been withdrawn. “We, the C&P Sports team, Hana Financial and other strategic investors from South Korea, have been offered to join another Consortium. “We thank Mr. Nick Candy for our trip and wish him good luck in his future,” Kim said in a statement.

Who continues to claim the Chelsea market? the offers that entered the list

STEPHEN PAGLIUCA Pagliuca’s bid was not mentioned as widely as the other three, but he submitted a bid ahead of last week’s deadline. Born in New York, Pagliuca received his MBA from Harvard Business School and later joined the private equity group Bain Capital, where he began investing in companies in the media, technology and financial services. In 2016 he was appointed co-president of the company. It has created an estimated net worth of around 3 3 billion. Pagliuca was one of the leading figures in an investment group that bought the Boston Celtics basketball team for $ 360 million in 2002. He remains a co-owner and CEO and also serves on the NBA Board of Directors. Earlier this year, the 67-year-old acquired 55% of the shares of Serie A Atalanta and was appointed co-president of the club. If his offer to Chelsea is successful, Pagliuca will probably need to reduce his stake in Atalanta, as there is a realistic chance that both clubs will play in the Champions League. It’s a period of great confusion for Chelsea fans as they wait to hear who will buy their team THE RACHITS FAMILY The owners of the Chicago Cubs MLB team, backed by American hedge fund mogul Ken Griffin, continue to try to win over Chelsea fans after allegations of Islamophobia against the family’s patriarch Joe Ricketts. MARTIN BROCHTON The former British Airways, which brokered the sale of Liverpool in 2010, is facing a consortium that also includes World Athletics president Sebastian Coe and is receiving funding from Vivek Ranadive, who owns the NBA Sacramento Kings. Crystal Palace shareholders David Blitzer and Josh Harris are also involved, but will have to sell their stake in Selhurst Park. TOND BOILY LA Dodgers co-owner has worked with Swiss billionaire Hansjorg Wyss, British businessman Jonathan Goldstein and conservative peer Daniel Finkelstein.