The Chelsea Supporters Trust (CST) has called on the Premier League to investigate co-owner Todd Boehly’s connection to the ticket resale platform Vivid Seats, citing a conflict of interest and concerns over ticket touting.
Boehly, a director and investor in Vivid Seats, also holds a 13% stake in Chelsea—sparking accusations of undermining the club’s anti-touting measures.
Vivid Seats is listed as an unauthorized ticketing website by the Premier League, yet allows overseas fans to purchase tickets unofficially, sometimes priced between £90 and £20,000.
While prohibited in the UK, BBC Sport verified that UK-based users can still access the platform.
The CST, backed by the Football Supporters’ Association, has raised the issue with the government’s Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS).
The group criticized Boehly for failing to address concerns, despite multiple opportunities. Thousands of tickets reportedly remain available on Vivid Seats.
Chelsea has reiterated that tickets purchased unofficially will be invalid, with fans denied entry. The club has pledged action against touting, sending an email to season ticket holders outlining new measures—though no specific mention of Vivid Seats was made.
The controversy comes amidst concerns over a subdued atmosphere at Stamford Bridge, something highlighted by past and present Chelsea managers.
As Chelsea trials a new singing section for their upcoming Europa Conference League match, the issue of ticketing remains a contentious topic.
