Chelsea Foundation trustees report Abramovich proposal to Charity Commission

The trustees of the Chelsea Foundation made a serious incident report to the Charity Commission after Roman Abramovich, pictured, said he was handing stewardship of the club to them (Rebecca Naden/PA)

The trustees of the Chelsea Foundation made a serious incident report to the Charity Commission after Blues owner Roman Abramovich announced his intention to place stewardship of the club in their hands.

The Charity Commission has confirmed receipt of the report, and is seeking further information from the trustees following Saturday night’s announcement.