'The best owner in the world': John Terry pays tribute to Roman Abramovich

Former Chelsea captain John Terry heaped praise on Roman Abramovich as he responded to the news that the Chelsea owner would be selling the club following the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Abramovich confirmed the reports on Chelsea's website and social media channels on Wednesday with a statement.

The Russian billionaire accepted that he could no longer continue in his capacity as owner due to the 'current situation'.

He also said he would be writing off the £1.5bn debt he is owed and that all money generated from his sale of the club will go to a foundation benefiting 'all victims of the war in Ukraine'.

Chelsea fans immediately responded by expressing their gratitude towards Abramovich, who has turned the club into one of the biggest and most successful in the world.

And few were more glowing in their praise than his former player Terry, who commentated: 'thank you Roman. The best owner in the world.'

The comment received over 50,000 likes in the space of six hours as blues fans showed their love for two icons of the club.

Abramovich has put a £3bn price tag on Chelsea as he prepares to end his near-two decade ownership of the club.

It comes as the 55-year-old - who has long-denied links to the Putin regime - is also reportedly putting his London property portfolio up for sale.