In the last few months, Chelsea aren’t just facing difficulties on pitch but at executive level as well. Reports suggests that there have been a growing rift between Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali of Clearlake Capital, the private equity firm that holds a major stake in the club. The concern of the club stands as the main reason for the rift, with financial and football strategies being the main disagreements. Now this is more than just a boardroom politics. It can change the entire dynamic of the club, being its performance, finance or even its future in the Premier League. And that’s the reason it has left Chelsea fans scratching their heads.
Todd Boehly vs Eghbali: Battle for Control
The epicenter of the problem lies rapid growing disagreement between Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali. Todd Boehly, who also co-owns the LA Dodgers. Reports says that Boehly seeks more control over the football operations. He demands more aggressive and bold decisions over the matters of transfers, contracts or even appointment of managers.
Now on the other corner we have Behdad Eghbali and Clearlake Capital, who have been demanding for more of a financial cautious approach after a season of such heavy spendings. He believes that the Blues should now focus on stabilizing its financial status. And look forward towards long term gains. Now this difference in the vision has led the club operations at standstill and have unbalanced the whole club.
Todd Boehly: A Visionary Mind
If Todd Boehly’s decison takes over, it could be a major sign that the club is going to revolutionize on the way it operates. Todd Boehly isa well risk-taker whether be sports or business. And this clearly shows that there could be big changes at Stamford Bridge. He might pave the way for more heavy spending in the transfer market, bringing in star players to boost the squad. This could be exciting for the fans who wishes the club to return back to their elite form. And once again dominate the Premier League.
But Where there is reward, there stands risk. Even though Boehly’s vision promises instant success, it can lead to financial instability at the club. And football too is an unpredictable game, even the biggest of the stars does not guarantee trophies. So the bold action does sounds nice but can have reciprocal effects if not considered wisely.
Will Clearlake’s Cautious Approach Hold Back Chelsea?
Behdad Eghbali, the owner of Clearlake Capital stands with a different approach when compared to Todd Boehly. Eghbali looks to improve the financial status of the club, securing the club for future. He wants the club to put on the brakes after a recent record breaking British transfer season. His approach focuses on grooming the young talents and investing in them and helping them to reach their potential instead to making more big money transfers.
Even though Clearlake’s approach seems to provide financial security and long term success, rather then letting the club to collapse. It is still consider as a slow and unambitious sign by the fans, who wants their club to rise and shine again instead to dropping their performance on the pitch like last few years.
Chelsea Walk On Tightrope: Can Lead To Possible Relegation
The threat to the blues now is their own boardroom. As if there is a mismanagement due to feud between Todd Boehly and Clearlake, Chelsea could face serious consequences. The club might find itself in breach of financial fair play regulations. This could result in hefty fines, points deductions, or even relegation from the Premier League.
While relegation seems to be the last option. Yet it isn’t impossible if the control actually goes out of hands. The club’s current financial status signifies its heavy spending, and without careful management, it could face penalties from football authorities. And this could spoil club’s reputation and its bright future ahead.
Conclusion
The ownership feud in Chelsea has led its fans in a difficult position. A club that has seen such tremendous success in the recent past makes it difficult for the fans to digest its current scenario. They have no idea on which they should go for. But as of now, the Chelsea fans hopes the two sides find common ground before it’s too late. As this may decide the club’s fate.
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