Hazard’s signing is reported to be among the Chelsea deals scrutinised by the FA

Chelsea face a large fine and a possible transfer ban after being charged with 74 breaches of agent regulations by the Football Association.

The charges relate to a period spanning from 2009 to 2022, during Roman Abramovich’s ownership, and come after the club’s current regime raised the alarm about possible “incomplete financial reporting” following their takeover three years ago.

It has been reported that the charges relate to secret payments made to agents in the process of signing stars such as Eden Hazard, Samuel Eto’o and Willian.

A large fine is considered the most likely outcome given that Chelsea self-reported the possible breaches, although an independent commission has the power to impose a tran

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