When football fans are being priced out of the game, it’s bound to spark backlash—and that’s exactly what’s unfolding around Chelsea FC and the high-stakes world of ticket reselling.
Premier League Steps In Over Boehly’s Links to Vivid Seats
The Premier League has officially reached out to Chelsea to address growing concerns over co-owner Todd Boehly’s ties to the controversial ticket resale platform, Vivid Seats.
Fans have long complained about inflated resale prices, and now football’s governing body is stepping in for a closer look.
Premier League chief executive Richard Masters confirmed the league is in discussions with Chelsea, sharing the update during a recent meeting with the Football Supporters’ Association.
He added that once conversations with the club are complete, he’ll inform the Chelsea Supporters’ Trust of any decisions or findings.
Why Vivid Seats Is Raising Eyebrows Among Fans
Vivid Seats has come under fire for listing Chelsea tickets at staggering markups—like one match against Liverpool being offered for a jaw-dropping £20,000.
Critics have slammed the platform for allowing ticket prices to soar far above their original face value, pricing out everyday supporters.
Adding to the controversy is the fact that Boehly, one of Chelsea’s most high-profile owners and part of the BlueCo consortium, holds both investment and directorial roles in Vivid Seats.
A Platform the Premier League Warns Fans About
To make matters worse, Vivid Seats is actually listed as an “unauthorised ticket website” by the Premier League itself.
On its official website, the league cautions supporters to steer clear of such platforms and warns of inflated prices and the risks of invalid tickets.
So, with Boehly involved in a resale company that the league doesn’t endorse, it’s no surprise this has caught the attention of both fans and regulators.
Fans Demand Transparency and Action
Chelsea supporters have been urging football authorities to investigate Boehly’s involvement with the resale company for some time now, and pressure continues to mount.
With affordability already a concern across football, the idea that club ownership could benefit from ticket inflation has only added fuel to the fire.
As of now, both Chelsea and the Premier League have declined to comment publicly on the ongoing talks—but fans will be watching closely for what comes next.