Chelsea sponsors Trivago appear to confirm Boehly-led takeover with welcome message to LA Dodgers co-owner

Chelsea sponsors Trivago appear to have confirmed the club's Todd Boehly-led takeover with a welcome message to the LA Dodgers co-owner on social media.

Roman Abramovich put Chelsea up for sale in March amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with the club granted a special license by the UK government to find a bidder.

GOAL has reported that a consortium led by American businessman Boehly is now set to buy Chelsea, pending a green light from the Premier League, but one of the club's partners have seemingly jumped the gun with an announcement on social media.

In a brief tweet published on Tuesday morning, the travel company appeared to indicate a deal between Dodgers mogul Boehly and the Blues was complete, with a short message of congratulations.

"Welcome to the Chelsea FC family, Todd Boehly!" the company stated.

The tweet gained immediate traction on social media, as apparent confirmation of a long-expected outcome for the club's ownership.

Welcome to the @ChelseaFC family, Todd Boehly! #LetsGo ⚽

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