7. Chelsea (£901m)
Like Manchester City, Chelsea are a recent addition to the world elite, with oligarch Roman Abramovich’s takeover setting a precedent in the game.
The Russian massively boosted the spending power at Stamford Bridge, with the west London club now Premier League titles, domestic cups and a first UEFA Champions League.
Chelsea’s following globally has also been boosted thanks to pre-season tours across the globe.
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