Abramovich worried simply about missing the income from next season’s Champions’ League. Short-sighted. Will he alienate the fans? Can he see clearly from his bolt hole in Israel?
As for the purported replacement, Tuchel, doesn’t he need to be granted a work permit now? Why should he qualify for one? He’s only managed Dortmund and PSG for less than 5 seasons, plus before that, a couple of minor German clubs. And his playing career was unexceptional. He also has a reputation for losing the dressing room. Sadly, with Abramovich’s billions, I can’t see it turning into a long term slide.