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John Terry has labelled Roman Abramovich "the best owner in the world" in a reaction to the Chelsea chief announcing that he is putting the club up for sale after nearly two decades in charge.

The Russian billionaire, who bought the Blues for £140million back in 2003, saw the men's first-team collect 19 trophies - including every title available - at Stamford Bridge, the majority of which former captain Terry was able to get his hands on.

And in a message on Instagram, the 41-year-old thanked Abramovich for his work in west London.

"Thank you Roman @chelseafc," Terry wrote. "The best owner in the WORLD."

The ex- England defender left Chelsea in 2017 but returned last December to assist with coaching in the club's academy, a particularly successful department in Abramovich's latter years.

Following a decision to hand over "stewardship" of the club in the wake of Russia 's invasion of Ukraine, Abramovich confirmed on Wednesday his intention to put the Blues up for sale.

"Please know that this has been an incredibly difficult decision to make, and it pains me to part with the club in this manner," he said in a statement.

"However, I do believe this is in the best interest of the club. I hope that I