Todd Boehly to handle Chelsea summer transfers in interim role

Todd Boehly will act as interim sporting director to handle Chelsea’s summer transfer dealings after Marina Granovskaia stepped down from her directorship

Todd Boehly, pictured, has been named as Chelsea’s new chairman (Adam Davy/PA)

Todd Boehly will act as interim sporting director to handle Chelsea’s summer transfer dealings.

Chelsea’s co-controlling owner has been confirmed as the Stamford Bridge club’s new chairman, replacing Bruce Buck with immediate effect.