Chelsea's financial calamity has been laid bare after it was revealed they posted the biggest operating loss of any Premier League club in 2022/23.
Their operating loss was a staggering £249million, almost £100m more than their nearest rival, Leicester, who recorded a £152m loss.
They also had the most expensive squad, valued at £1.117billion, and the second-highest wage bill in the top flight of £404m.
Chelsea also spent the most in amortisation - transfer fees spread across a player's contract - with a whopping £205m.
The figures were unveiled by football finance expert Kieran Maguire.
Liam Twomey also reported how Chelsea sold a hotel to BlueCo - the consortium including Todd Boehly who bought Chelsea - to help them stay on the right side of profit and sustainability rules.