Journalist | Writer | News | Sport | Football | Rugby | Ex Evening Standard, PA Media, Gloucester Citizen, Newcastle Chronicle, Grimsby Telegraph
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πππ | SANCTIONED by @NickPurewal
From the clubβs owners to its staff, players and supporters, via government intervention, dramatic peace talks and even a poisoning episode, this book chronicles ninety-five extraordinary days in football.
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In the midst of yet more #ChelseaFC #CFC flux, find out how everything came to this in the first place. Sanctioned The Inside Story of the Sale of Chelsea FC out now in paperback: shorturl.at/5KjqT
Apr 23
Through unprecedented access to Roman Abramovich and key figures from Chelseaβs new ownership, @NickPurewal's Sanctioned chronicles ninety-five extraordinary days that would change English football forever.
"Football meets geopolitics in an epic tale of money and power.β Paul Hayward
Available now in paperback: amazon.co.uk/dp/1837360561
ALT Book cover against a white background with "Out Now" written underneath.
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Feb 10
Still up for grabs and still faring very strongly, Sanctioned published by @BitebackPub Grab a copy here from top sellers @StanchionBooks among others
πππππππ | SANCTIONED by @NickPurewal
From the clubβs owners to its staff, players and supporters, via government intervention, dramatic peace talks and even a poisoning episode, this book chronicles ninety-five extraordinary days in football.
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RT @jamiesmith_80: Has anyone read this? SANCTIONED: The Inside Story of the Sale of Chelsea FC, by @NickPurewal. A fascinating read.
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ποΈThe latest #STRPodcast episode explores the complex aftermath of Chelsea FC's sale and sanctions on Roman Abramovich. Join host @keatingetom and author @NickPurewal as they unravel the financial and legal implications: bit.ly/49LeCNL
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It was a surprise and privilege to be asked to speak for this and at a recent @RUSI_org event in Brussels. Listen in here to my conversation with @keatingetom on all things Sanctioned The Inside Story of the Sale of Chelsea FC
ποΈThe latest #STRPodcast episode explores the complex aftermath of Chelsea FC's sale and sanctions on Roman Abramovich. Join host @keatingetom and author @NickPurewal as they unravel the financial and legal implications: bit.ly/49LeCNL
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Don't take my word for it - here are some rather kind things the media have said about my book, On the Record & On the Ball: How Elite Coaches Master the Media:
"Smart, engaging and full of insight.β @johnwesterby
"Enjoyed it hugely - packed with insight.β @JustinOnWeb
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Have a listen to the interview I did with Nick if you havenβt already Dan
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29 Dec 2025
Thanks Dan, appreciate that! Hope you're well!
29 Dec 2025
Just finished.
A great read and highly recommended for any #CFC fan, especially those wishing to reminisce on the great times under Roman. How lucky we were.
Great work @NickPurewal.
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26 Dec 2025
Happy Christmas! Hope you enjoy it and thanks for reading
26 Dec 2025
Santa came through yesterday. π
π»π₯³ Have been waiting months to read this and cannot wait to start this evening, @NickPurewal
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Nick Purewal retweeted
πππππππ | SANCTIONED by @NickPurewal
From the clubβs owners to its staff, players and supporters, via government intervention, dramatic peace talks and even a poisoning episode, this book chronicles ninety-five extraordinary days in football.
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Nick Purewal retweeted
17 Dec 2025
Keir Starmer has told Roman Abramovich to 'pay up now' to the victims of the war in Ukraine or face court action.
Want to know the real story behind Chelsea's 2022 sale? Grab your copy of @NickPurewal's Sanctioned, the book that got Abramovich to break his silence, today: bitebackpublishing.com/booksβ¦
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Nick Purewal retweeted
21 Nov 2025
ποΈ@TFEconomy | Ep 27 is LIVE!
I'm joined by the author of the must read 'Sanctioned: The Inside Story of the Sale of Chelsea FC'. @NickPurewal
On this ep Nick explains how narrative & finance drive football.
πΊ Watch : tinyurl.com/bddjbazx
#SportsBusiness #Soccer
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Nick Purewal retweeted
31 Oct 2025
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Nick Purewal retweeted
19 Oct 2025
Embarrassingly only just caught up with this and congratulations to all involved, excellent and informative listen. Now need to order the book. And strange to hear a non-CFC supporting journalist say some nice things about CFC, had to rewind those bits!!
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17 Oct 2025
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@Mattm_Williams takes us through a behind-the-scenes look at one of footballβs most dramatic takeovers.
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From political pressure to backroom power plays, Purewal unpacks how the sale unfolded through unprecedented access to Roman Abrahmovich.
A must-read for football fans, power brokers, and anyone curious about how the game really works off the pitch. π
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πππππππ | SANCTIONED by @NickPurewal
From the clubβs owners to its staff, players and supporters, via government intervention, dramatic peace talks and even a poisoning episode, this book chronicles ninety-five extraordinary days in football.
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Nick Purewal retweeted
4 Oct 2025
Just finished your book on the sale of CFC @NickPurewal ! What a great read about our beloved club - shines a very good light on our legendary owner Mr. Abramovic! I am now even more proud to be Chels! Superb work! #chelseafc
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Nick Purewal retweeted
23 Sep 2025
On the latest episode of The Rugby Bunker I'm joined by @TimPercival to discuss his new book, 'On The Record & On The Ball: How elite coaches master the media'
Full episode: youtube.com/watch?v=kpnvOTxLβ¦
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