FA Charges Chelsea with 74 Alleged Agent Regulation Breaches

Chelsea FC has been charged by the Football Association with 74 breaches of regulations related to agents, intermediaries, and third-party investments in players. The alleged violations span from 2009 to 2022, primarily focusing on the 2010-11 to 2015-16 seasons during Roman Abramovich's ownership of the club. The FA specifically cited breaches of Regulations J1 and C2 of the Football Agents Regulations, A2 and A3 of the Regulations on Working with Intermediaries, and A1 and B3 of the Third Party Investment in Players Regulations. Chelsea has until September 19, 2025, to respond to these charges. The club has stated that these allegations concern entities controlled by the former owner and do not involve current club personnel, emphasizing their proactive cooperation with regulators and transparency since the change of ownership in May 2022. Chelsea has yet to publicly respond to the latest charges but has acknowledged similar issues in the past as historical matters predating current ownership.