Former Chelsea owner who bought club for £1 has died

Former Chelsea owner Ken Bates has died aged 94, it has been announced.

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Former Chelsea owner who bought club for £1 has died

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Sky Published 11 July 2026

Former Chelsea owner who bought club for £1 has died

BBC Published 11 July 2026

Former Chelsea and Leeds owner Bates dies aged 94

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