Ricketts family takeover protest and the five reasons behind it ahead of Chelsea vs Brentford

Content creator MAH, Matisse Armani, has launched plans for a protest over the Ricketts family's bid for Chelsea, to take place at Stamford Bridge ahead of the Premier League clash against Brentford. He has called upon the Youtube, Twitter and Instagram communities to push the gathering to meet at 12pm at Stamford Gate.

There has been a groundswell of opposition against the Ricketts Family across social media resulting in a #NotoRicketts campaign against the Chicago Cubs owners becoming Chelsea's next custodians. Criticism of their proposed ownership centres around old Islamophobic comments made by the patriarch Joe in addition to two of his three sons.

The Chelsea Supporters trust have met with the takeover group but remain unconvinced over Ricketts' ability to run an 'inclusive, successful club' and released a statement. However, Tom Ricketts has not been put off by the stance and says his family will redouble their efforts to persuade supporters.

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Fan group 'We are the Shed' have also urged supporters to make use of the west London derby to make their feelings clear but their message is "DISTANCE YOURSELVES FROM BIGOTS OR DISTANCE YOURSELVES FROM CHELSEA!". They hope anyone with issues will bring a banner to lift as the team enter the pitch on Saturday.

MAH hopes to see action before the game, however. He said on Twitter: ‘We can no longer just STAND AROUND we must now STAND TOGETHER!’ A moment in time that could alter the way your club operates for the rest of your lifetime. You’ve spoken online now speak outside. Bring your banners and signs. Keep the peace, to protect the point. 12pm. 2/4/22"

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