16.03.2026 17:40
If Galatasaray advances in the Champions League, Chelsea, one of the potential opponents in the quarter-finals, has been fined 12.45 million euros and banned from academy transfers for 9 months.
English Premier League team Chelsea has faced sanctions due to financial violations related to the club's former owner Roman Abramovich. As a result of investigations conducted by the Premier League management, the London representative has been subjected to fines and transfer restrictions.
€12.45 MILLION FINE
Investigations by the Premier League management revealed that Chelsea violated league rules in financial reporting, third-party investments, and youth player development processes. In this context, the club was fined €12.45 million.
IMMEDIATE BAN ON ACADEMY TRANSFERS
In line with the decision taken, an immediate ban has been imposed on the transfer of Chelsea's academy players for a period of 9 months. During this period, the club will not be able to conduct youth player transfers.
DEFERRED TRANSFER BAN FOR THE FIRST TEAM
The Premier League management also decided on a 1-year ban on Chelsea's first team transfers. However, it was stated that this penalty would be suspended for two years and would not come into effect if no new violations occur during this period.
POTENTIAL RIVAL OF GALATASARAY
On the other hand, Chelsea has been matched up against PSG in the last 16 of the UEFA Champions League. The winner of this matchup will be the opponent of Galatasaray in the quarter-finals if the yellow-red team eliminates Liverpool. In the first match, PSG defeated Chelsea 5-2 at home, gaining a significant advantage. The return match will be played on March 17.