Exclusive: Chelsea points deduction edges closer amid update today
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James Murray
Fri 12 September 2025 12:54, UK
Chelsea are likely to land a points deduction if they are proven to have gained a sporting advantage after being charged by the FA, sources have told Football Insider.
If the charges are upheld, sources say Chelsea’s penalty will revolve around whether it can be established they gained a sporting advantage, with a points deduction the most likely outcome should that be the case.
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In a statement responding to the charges, Chelsea said: “During a thorough due diligence process prior to completion of the purchase, the ownership group became aware of potentially incomplete financial reporting concerning historical transactions and other potential breaches of FA rules.
Finance expert Stefan Borson previously told Football Insider Chelsea could face a “serious” punishment if they were charged following their alleged breaches.
Nottingham Forest were due to receive a six-point deduction in March 2024 for breaching the profit and sustainability rules (PSR), but that penalty was reduced to four points following their early plea and cooperation.
It’s so far unclear precisely which events the FA charges relate to for Chelsea.
The newspaper said a Premier League investigation was continuing into allegations an offshore company belonging to Abramovich made a £6m payment in 2013 to Bico via a Dubai firm after Chelsea signed Hazard for £32m from Lille in 2012.
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The former Blues winger registered 110 goals and 88 assists in 352 appearances at Stamford Bridge, where he claimed six trophies before joining Real Madrid in a £130m deal in 2019.
Former Everton CEO Keith Wyness told Football Insider Premier League clubs will demand Chelsea are deducted points due to the nature of the Hazard allegations.