Chelsea FC explores new stadium options with Mayor of London Sadiq Khan, considering a potential move from Stamford Bridge to Earl’s Court.

Chelsea has opened talks with the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, as they consider a potential stadium move. The club has been exploring a site on Earl’s Court in West London, and Khan has urged them to hold conversations about their plans. Despite no formal proposals being submitted, the mayor is keen to work with Chelsea and ensure the club’s success.

The potential move away from Stamford Bridge has been speculated about in the past, and new plans have begun to take shape under Todd Boehly’s ownership.

The club’s current stadium has a capacity of just over 40,000, significantly smaller than some of their Premier League rivals. Khan cited the size of the ground in relation to Chelsea’s objectives, saying the club is a victim of its own success.

Khan expressed his willingness to work with Chelsea, stating that the city is open to discussing plans with the club. He noted that Chelsea might look enviously at the stadiums of their London rivals and emphasized the importance of ensuring the club’s continued success. While no formal approach has been made, Khan is eager to engage in conversations about Chelsea’s future.

Chelsea’s potential new stadium site on Earl’s Court has been identified as a prime location by shareholder Hansjorg Wyss.

He suggested that the site would be the best option for the club, and the mayor’s office is now open to discussing the plans. Although no formal proposals have been submitted, the club is exploring the possibility of a new stadium that would better meet their needs.

The talks come after Boehly hinted at potential divisions within the ownership group over the club’s future stadium plans. He suggested that disagreements over the plans could lead to members of the group going their separate ways. Despite this, the club remains committed to exploring options for a new stadium.

As Chelsea continues to discuss its plans with the Mayor of London, the club’s future is beginning to take shape. With a potential new stadium site identified and the mayor’s support, Chelsea may be one step closer to realizing its vision for the future.