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Boehly, Walter exit Chelsea with profit despite four-year mismanagement

SchaerlaeckelsChelsea exemplifies final stage of American sports capitalism

1 Sep 23 9:16 AM · 4d ago · 3 articles · 1 source · development 1 of 2

Sports analyst Leander Schaerlaeckels publishes analysis framing Boehly and Walter's profitable exit as emblematic of how American billionaire ownership of Premier League clubs now functions: members of the billionaire class pass stakes among themselves as investment vehicles, prioritizing asset appreciation over sporting performance or fan allegiance.

Schaerlaeckels: Chelsea exemplifies final stage of American sports capitalism
theguardian.com

“They are not stewards of their clubs and don't see themselves as such. They feel no obvious alliance or allegiance to the fans, acting only as the current holders of the paperwork that confers financial control over a valuable asset.”

Leander Schaerlaeckels

Todd BoehlyTodd Boehly Former Chelsea chairMark WalterMark Walter Former Chelsea minority stakeholderClearlake Capital New majority shareholderLeander Schaerlaeckels Sports analyst and columnist

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  1. 3 outlets Chelsea have entered the realm of late-stage American sports capitalism | Leander Schaerlaeckens

    first by The Guardian Football, 4d ago · also Yahoo Sports, Guardian Sport

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