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Deloitte faces scrutiny over Abramovich's alleged tax evasion scheme

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 10:50 AM

Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Deloitte faces scrutiny over Abramovich's alleged tax evasion scheme

Summary

Former Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich is under investigation for alleged tax evasion involving £672 million in assets. Reports indicate that Deloitte assisted in falsifying documents. Abramovich's lawyers deny any wrongdoing, while Deloitte claims compliance with laws. The investigation has raised questions about Premier League governance, particularly regarding the Owners’ and Directors’ Test after incidents involving Manchester City’s financial breaches. This inquiry into Abramovich's past could have broad implications for the league's regulatory practices.

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By the Numbers

•Deloitte allegedly helped Abramovich evade £672 million in taxes.
•The BBC Panorama investigation highlights potential wrongdoing.
•Abramovich denies wrongdoing; Deloitte claims lawful actions.
•Concerns about Premier League's Owners’ and Directors’ Test raised.
•Abramovich was forced to sell Chelsea amid UK sanctions.

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10:50 AMYahoo Sports — Former Chelsea owner investigation raises more questions about Premier League governance

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Global accounting company Deloitte reportedly helped to falsify documents to help former Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich evade tax.According to BBC Panorama, assets such as mansions, superyachts and pr...
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