Todd Boehly reveals Chelsea stadium plans delayed until 2042

Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly has acknowledged that the club may not have a new stadium for another 15 to 20 years, potentially pushing the project completion to around 2042. Despite Chelsea's success and global stature, Stamford Bridge remains one of the smallest stadiums among Premier League elites, with a capacity of about 41,000, significantly smaller than rivals like Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, and Arsenal. The club has explored various options for expansion or relocation, including proposals for a 60,000-seater stadium at Battersea Power Station and moves to Earl's Court, but these plans have faced numerous challenges. Boehly emphasized that such a project is complex, given London's urban environment and multiple stakeholders, and that the club's fan base is the primary constituency considered in decision-making. He also highlighted that a stadium reflecting Chelsea's size would provide a strategic advantage, especially as matchday revenues and hospitality play an increasingly important role under Premier League regulations. Talks regarding the stadium's future are expected to resume after the current season, though the timeline remains long-term.