Subvert Football - Abramovich Diary

Author: Harry Harris
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: The dominance of the Russians at Stamford Bridge became the focal point of the Premier League that season, causing a sensation in England and Europe. Takeover, conspiracy, and conflict vividly wrote a legendary chapter for the entire season. From Roman Abramovich's purchase of Chelsea, the club underwent a dramatic transformation overnight. The debt-ridden Chelsea suddenly became a powerhouse that could sway European football, creating a legend in the history of football. From the locker room to the boardroom, every change was exhilarating. Throughout the season, from comments on the entanglement between England's coach Eriksson and Chelsea, to the successful signing of Jones Mourinho, from the dismissal of Claudio Ranieri to Ken Bates' retirement, from the pursuit of Beckham to the bidding for Ronaldinho Jr., Chelsea remained the focal point of debate in England. As a seasoned football journalist, Harry Harris is one of the few who could enter the inner circle of the Roman dynasty. He explored and recorded every move of Chelsea throughout the season. This remarkable book documents many untold stories, making it a must-have for every fan. From Roman Abramovich's acquisition of Chelsea, the club underwent a dramatic transformation overnight. Who could have imagined that a club once reliant on state aid would be owned by a Russian tycoon? The debt-ridden Chelsea suddenly became a powerhouse that could sway European football, creating a legend in the history of football. Abramovich's staggering private fortune of 7.5 billion pounds means Chelsea would not be content with the status quo. In the days that followed, Chelsea began to see themselves as a team that could rival Manchester United and Arsenal on the English pitch. At the same time, Chelsea had become the engine of European football, ending Real Madrid's monopoly in the transfer market. For Chelsea, money was no object when it came to targeting star players. With a strong financial backing and an ultra-luxurious roster, Chelsea's goal was clear: championship. From the comments on the entanglement between England's coach Eriksson and Chelsea, to the successful signing of Jones Mourinho, from the dismissal of Claudio Ranieri to Ken Bates' retirement, from the pursuit of Beckham to the bidding for Ronaldinho Jr., Chelsea remained the focus of fans worldwide. As a seasoned football journalist, Harry Harris is one of the few who could enter the inner circle of the Roman dynasty. He delved into and recorded every move of Chelsea's transformation. In this remarkable book, many untold stories are narrated, making it a must-have for every fan. The publication of this book was like dropping a bombshell among British, European, and even global fans, with many eagerly awaiting its release. When the translation of this book was just completed, we publicly shared some sample excerpts. Numerous domestic media outlets, such as "Sports Weekly," "Football," and more than ten renowned newspapers, as well as dozens of major portal websites like Sina, Sohu, Yahoo, People's Daily, and Xinhua, rushed to report and reprint, sparking a Chelsea frenzy! The book was published in the UK in July 2004, and within its first week on the market, it sold 100,000 copies!