Chelsea news LIVE: Roman Abramovich ‘begs Rush Hour director for £1m loan’ EXCLUSIVE, Ricketts takeover moves closer
TOM RICKETTS has stepped up his Chelsea takeover bid, despite protests from a section of Blues supporters over previous Islamophobic comments.
American Billionaire Ken Griffin, Ricketts’ partner in the pursuit of the Blues, is reported to be flying to London to personally negotiate the deal.
Meanwhile Roman Abramovich is going cap in hand to celebrity pals for money after being sanctioned by the UK government, The Sun can reveal.
Rush Hour director Gerald Ratner is believed to be among the people the Chelsea owner has asked for a £1m loan.
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