The Powerhouse Behind Chelsea's Success
Former Chelsea chief Marina Granovskaia, once hailed as the most powerful woman in football, has made two unexpected returns to the club in recent weeks. But contrary to popular belief, she was not a guest of the club's owners Clearlake Capital or Todd Boehly.
Golden Handshake and Astonishing Achievements
Granovskaia left Stamford Bridge last year with a staggering £20 million golden handshake after Boehly took over transfer control from her. She joined Chelsea in 2003, shortly after Roman Abramovich's purchase of the club, and played a key role in the club's remarkable success over the years.
Under Granovskaia's leadership, Chelsea achieved glory in numerous competitions including the Champions League, Premier League, Europa League, FA Cup, Carabao Cup, Super Cup, and Club World Cup. Her contributions earned her the prestigious "Best Club Director in European football" award at the Italian-run Golden Boy awards in 2021.
A Surprise Appearance, But Not as a VIP
During a recent tribute match in memory of the late Gianluca Vialli, Chelsea Legends took on Bayern Munich. While Granovskaia was spotted sitting in the middle tier of the West Stand, it has now been revealed that she attended the game as a guest of friends, not on an invitation from the club's owners.
This is not the first time Granovskaia has been seen at Stamford Bridge this month. She was also present at the Game4Ukraine charity match in early August, where she reportedly purchased general admission tickets.
Claims of Exclusion from Club Owners
According to Yahoo, Granovskaia was not invited by Clearlake Capital or Todd Boehly on either occasion. Since leaving the club, she has not been a guest of the owners at Stamford Bridge. Despite this, Granovskaia remains a beloved figure at Chelsea, with former player Didier Drogba praising her for her unwavering support and dedication to the club's success.
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