Let’s face it, a lot of fans aren’t interest in the administrative side of football – and who can blame them? They may not know who Bruce Buck is, or really care beyond how it affects the team on the pitch.
But the announcement of his departure today is a significant moment in a period that has seen Chelsea’s plans significantly retarded compared to their rivals.
A lot more of them know who Marina Granovskaia is because of her important role in conducting transfer business, and her departure is likely to make much bigger waves in the fanbase.
Many have used her as the scapegoat for some of Chelsea’s worst business in recent years, despite her good reputation among other top football suits.
The fact that both these major figures at the top of Chelsea are leaving shows just how massive these next few months will be. It’s all change at the top for Chelsea, and that won’t take long to filter down.
