Chelsea
have confirmed that Christian Purslow is joining the club to run their
global commercial activities.
The former Liverpool managing director joins the club with immediate
effect.
A statement on the club’s website read: “The club has ambitious plans to
build the Premier League's most pioneering global commercial programme,
partnering with innovative and market-leading organisations from around the
world.
“The club believes Mr Purslow has the vision and the leadership qualities to
help us achieve these plans.
”Chelsea does not expect to announce any other senior appointments in the
near future.
“As announced last week, Chairman Bruce Buck and Director Marina Granovskaia
have assumed the executive responsibilities held by our former chief
executive.”
Chief executive Ron Gourlay left Stamford Bridge last week.
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