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Chelsea owners vow to compete for Premier League, major trophies

Chelsea’s ownership group has pledged to prioritise success on the pitch, compete for the Premier League and other major trophies, and continue investing in the squad and club infrastructure.

By OYEBODE OLUWAFEMI EMMANUEL

1 min read 1 views Updated Oct 12, 2026
Chelsea’s ownership group has reaffirmed its ambition to compete for the Premier League and other major trophies following the departure of Todd Boehly and Mark Walter. Clearlake Capital, now in control of the club, said success on the pitch would remain its highest priority.

The owners said they intend to strengthen Chelsea commercially so the club can continue investing consistently in the playing squad, while also pursuing long-term infrastructure plans. They added that supporters would remain central to the club’s direction as Chelsea enters a new phase under the revised ownership structure.

The statement follows a significant ownership change at Stamford Bridge, with Clearlake Capital moving forward without Boehly and Walter and outlining a renewed focus on sustained sporting success and long-term investment.

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Chelsea’s ownership group has pledged to prioritise success on the pitch, compete for the Premier League and other major trophies, and continue investing in the squad and club infrastructure. Chelsea’s ownership group has reaffirmed its ambition to compete for the Premier League and other major trophies following the departure of Todd Boehly and Mark Walter. Clearlake Capital, now...

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  • Chelsea’s ownership group has pledged to prioritise success on the pitch, compete for the Premier League and other major trophies, and continue investing in the squad and club infrastructure.
  • Chelsea’s ownership group has reaffirmed its ambition to compete for the Premier League and other major trophies following the departure of Todd Boehly and Mark Walter.
  • Clearlake Capital, now in control of the club, said success on the pitch would remain its highest priority.The owners said they intend to strengthen Chelsea commercially so the club can continue investing consistently in the playing squad, while also pursuing long-term infrastructure plans.
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September 17, 2026

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