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Sadiq Khan partners with Chelsea and Arsenal for stadium projects

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 9:15 PM

Last updated Jul 7, 2026

Sadiq Khan partners with Chelsea and Arsenal for stadium projects

Summary

On July 7, 2026, London mayor Sadiq Khan announced a £1.2 million partnership with the Premier League to support stadium builds at Chelsea and Arsenal. Both clubs seek to expand their facilities to boost matchday revenue, with Arsenal potentially increasing the Emirates Stadium's capacity to 80,000 and Chelsea considering either expanding Stamford Bridge or relocating. The initiative includes the launch of a Stewarding Academy to train new stewards, addressing the need for additional staff as capacity increases. This program aims to help London clubs meet growing demands in the sport and entertainment sector.

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Key Details

•Khan's office announces a £1.2 million partnership with the Premier League.
•Chelsea and Arsenal are exploring stadium expansions for increased revenue.
•Arsenal may expand the Emirates Stadium to 80,000 fans.
•Chelsea is considering expanding Stamford Bridge or moving to a new site.
•A new Stewarding Academy will help train 1,500 new stewards annually.

Latest Updates

9:15 PMYahoo Sports — Sadiq Khan giving Chelsea and Arsenal money as Premier League clubs plan stadium builds

What they're saying

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Across the Premier League and throughout English football, stadium builds and expansions are taking place. Chelsea and Arsenal, who earned £87m and £154m respectively through the turnstiles last season, are among the clubs who want to make more money on matchdays.
— Yahoo Sports

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