Premier League contact Chelsea over Boehly ticket website
Summary
The Premier League has asked Chelsea for information about their connection with ticket resellers, specifically regarding club owner Todd Boehly's involvement with Vivid Seats, a ticket-selling website. Vivid Seats is considered unauthorized in the UK, but offers Chelsea match tickets at high prices, leading to concerns about a conflict of interest.Key Facts
- Todd Boehly, a key figure at Chelsea, is involved with Vivid Seats, a ticket-selling website.
- Vivid Seats is marked as an unauthorized ticket seller by the Premier League.
- Chelsea matches are listed on Vivid Seats, with some tickets priced up to £20,000.
- Vivid Seats cannot operate in the UK but can operate in other countries.
- Chelsea Supporters' Trust has called for an investigation into the situation.
- The Premier League is currently discussing this issue with Chelsea.
- Vivid Seats' CEO has commented on market difficulties affecting ticket sales.
- Chelsea has promised to address ticket reselling issues but did not specifically name Vivid Seats.
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