Xabi Alonso hails 'important day' as Clearlake Capital take full control of Chelsea following Todd Boehly departure

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has welcomed a significant shift in the club's hierarchy, describing the exit of Todd Boehly as an 'important day' for the Stamford Bridge outfit. The Spanish tactician believes the move to grant Clearlake Capital full control provides much-needed clarity as the Blues enter a new phase of their long-term project.

Chelsea have officially entered a new chapter in their modern history following the news that Clearlake Capital has assumed full control of the club. Todd Boehly and Mark Walter, who each held a 12.83% stake, have completed the sale of their shares to the private equity firm . This move consolidates power under Behdad Eghbali and Jose E. Feliciano, with Clearlake expanding their previous 61.5% majority into a dominant position.