Chelsea learn their punishment after investigation into alleged 74 breaches of FA rules

BREAKING

Taking to X to announce their ruling, the FA confirmed that the London club had avoided a points deduction over the alleged offences, which are reported by The Athletic to mainly relate to agent's regulations.

"The breaches relate to a period of time between 2009 and 2022 and 'primarily events that occurred between the 2010-11 to 2015-16 playing seasons,' when Roman Abramovich was still owner of Chelsea," The Athletic's report details.

Statement from the FA:

"A financial sanction of £10 million and a suspended two-window registration ban have been imposed on Chelsea FC for breaches of The Football Association [The FA] Football Agent Regulations, Regulations on Working with Intermediaries and Third Party Investment in Players Regulations.  

"The FA charged Chelsea FC with 74 breaches of FA Rule E1.2 after its current ownership self-reported misconduct upon its purchase of the club.

"The FA is continuing to investigate individual misconduct arising out of this case.

"Chelsea FC admitted to the 74 breaches of FA Rule E1.2 prior to a hearing and an independent Regulatory Commission imposed a six-point deduction, which was to be suspended until 30 June 2027, and a £10 million fine. 

"The club appealed against the suspended points deduction and an independent Appeal Board allowed the appeal and set aside this sanction following a further hearing.

"In its place, the Appeal Board imposed a registration ban for two complete and consecutive transfer windows which is suspended until 30 June 2027. 

"The £10 million fine imposed by the Regulatory Commission was not subject to appeal and the full amount will be invested into grassroots football."