Chelsea's chief revenue officer has departed the club after failing to agree a new multi-year shirt sponsorship deal. The Blues remain the only Premier League side without a shirt sponsor but they are reportedly in talks with interested parties as they look to secure a huge revenue boost in their bid to avoid breaking Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR).
Chelsea not expected to suffer setback despite exit
Casper Stylsvig has left Stamford Bridge less than two years after arriving in November 2023. Stylsvig previously held roles at Barcelona, Manchester United and Milan in various capacities. While Stylsvig has now moved on, Chelsea’s pursuit of a new front-of-shirt sponsor is not expected to be affected. According to The Telegraph’s Matt Law, Todd Kline – who leads Chelsea’s commercial operation and worked alongside Stylsvig – will continue ongoing discussions with a host of companies who are interested in linking up with Chelsea.
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In a separate report from the , Chelsea are believed to have received a number of offers but a deal is yet to be clinched. The report adds that Enzo Maresca’s side are reportedly looking for around £65 million-a-season (€75m/$89m) from any prospective agreement, with a new Saudi airline rumoured to be linked.
Chelsea had short-term shirt sponsor in 2024-25
Chelsea had no shirt sponsor in 2024-25 until they agreed a short-term deal with Damac – a Dubai-based property firm. They also started 2023-24 without a shirt sponsor before reaching a £40m (€46m/$54m) agreement with U.S tech firm Infinite Athlete.
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Chelsea face a tough test when they travel to Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich in their Champions League opener this evening. The west Londoners are competing in Europe's premier club competition for the first time since 2022-23.