OFFICIAL: Marina Granovskaia leaves Chelsea

Chelsea has issued a statement confirming the departure of director Marina Granovskaia along with appointment of new board members.

"The announcement includes the departure of Marina Granovskaia, director of Chelsea FC. Boehly will operate as interim sporting director until the Club names a full-time replacement, continuing the Club’s work towards its targets during the current transfer window.

"Chelsea FC and Ms. Granovskaia have agreed that she will remain available to Boehly and the Club for the duration of the current transfer window, to the extent required to support the transition."

Boehly also added: "We thank Marina for her many years of excellent service to the Club and wish her all the best in her future ventures."