Chelsea have announced that Clearlake will acquire the stakes held by Todd Boehly and director Mark Walter, according to Al Jazeera. Manager Xabi Alonso said the club's ambitions remain 'very clear'.
Key facts
- Chelsea announced Clearlake will acquire the stakes of Todd Boehly and director Mark Walter, according to Al Jazeera.
- Manager Xabi Alonso described Chelsea's ambitions as 'very clear'.
- Financial terms of the acquisition were not specified in the reporting.
- The announcement was reported by Al Jazeera on 17 September 2026.
Chelsea Football Club has announced that Clearlake will acquire the stakes held by Todd Boehly and director Mark Walter, according to Al Jazeera.
Manager Xabi Alonso said the club’s ambitions remain ‘very clear’, as reported by Al Jazeera.
The financial terms of the transaction and its wider implications were not specified in the available reporting.
Why it matters
Ownership changes at a leading Premier League club such as Chelsea can influence decisions on transfers, management and long-term strategy. Further details of the arrangement have not yet been reported.
Frequently asked questions
Who is acquiring the stakes at Chelsea?
According to Al Jazeera, Clearlake will acquire the stakes held by Todd Boehly and director Mark Walter.
What did Xabi Alonso say about Chelsea's ambitions?
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso described the club's ambitions as 'very clear', according to Al Jazeera.
Does this mark the end of the Boehly era?
Yes, the announcement that Clearlake will acquire the stakes of Todd Boehly and director Mark Walter marks the end of the Boehly era at the club.