Revealed: Chelsea's secret talks to get SIX-POINT deduction overturned as Blues are hit with £10MILLION fine for 'illegal' signings under Roman Abramovich

Chelsea have been fined £10 million and handed a suspended two-window transfer ban for breaching FA agent rules during the ownership of Roman Abramovich. Although the club admitted to these illegal signings, they successfully avoided sporting sanctions and a potential points deduction following an appeal. The FA's decision concludes a long investigation into the club's transfer activities at Stamford Bridge, ensuring that the Blues avoid immediate points losses while paying the significant financial penalty.