Blues want to go ‘where the power is’

CHELSEA could make a renewed attempt to join the powerful G14 group of Europe’s biggest clubs after being knocked out of the Champions League by Barcelona.

The defeat, following a 1-1 draw in the Nou Camp, has forced the club to re-focus on how to force their way into the world elite and have a greater say in the future of the sport.

Chelsea were hoping that victory in the Champions League and a renewed attempt to break markets in the Far East and in America would be enough to ensure their place at football’s top table in future.