Chelsea to allow fans to sit in on board meetings to correct Super League wrongdoings

Chelsea will allow fan representation at board meetings from July in a move to ease tensions following the European Super League debacle.

The club were one of the Premier League’s ‘Big Six’ who attempted to break away from UEFA and form the now collapsed ESL — a decision that deeply angered Blues fans.

But on Tuesday Chelsea took a major step towards building bridges with their fanbase by confirming that, from the start of July, supporters will have a say during board meetings on how the club is run.

Chelsea fans show their discontent at the club’s decision to break away into the Super League

Chelsea fans protested outside the stadium before their match against Brighton in April

Three supporter advisers, picked through an election and selection process, will be allowed to attend board meetings to ensure fans are part of the decision-making process.

The successful candidates will be required to enter into a confidentiality agreement, similar to the obligations of Chelsea’s board of directors.

But they will not have any voting rights and will not participate in any meetings relating to players, staff, the academy and other related matters.

Chelsea chairman Bruce Buck (left) faced severe scrutiny for his role in the Super League