How did a Russian oil billionaire become one of the most influential figures in world football? And what happens when politics, money, and sport collide?
Chelsea FC and Roman Abramovich: Power, Politics, and the Business of Football unpacks the extraordinary story of how one man reshaped a football club—and left an indelible mark on the game itself. This deeply researched and highly readable book traces Roman Abramovich’s rise from post-Soviet entrepreneur to global investor, his controversial acquisition and transformation of Chelsea Football Club, and the political forces that ultimately forced his exit.
Inside, readers will discover:
The business empire that powered Abramovich’s ascentThe inside story of the Sibneft deal and Russia’s oil warsThe legacy of Chelsea’s golden era—from Mourinho to Champions League gloryThe international sanctions, lawsuits, and asset freezes that followedHow Chelsea’s brand evolved into a global lifestyle empireThe club’s post-Abramovich challenges and its vision for the future
Whether you’re a Chelsea fan, a student of global politics, or fascinated by the intersection of power and sport, this book is a comprehensive, no-nonsense guide to one of the most talked-about ownership eras in modern football.
A blueprint, a controversy, a legacy—this is the untold story behind the business of winning.
ASIN : B0F9R2ND22
Publisher : Independently published
Publication date : 22 May 2025
Language : English
Print length : 94 pages
ISBN-13 : 979-8284938096
Item weight : 195 g
Reading age : 10 – 18 years
Dimensions : 15.24 x 0.56 x 22.86 cm
Best Sellers Rank: 550,290 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) 74 in Chelsea FC 1,422 in Football Biographies (Books) 103,791 in Children’s Books
