English Premier League leaders, Chelsea have begun an investigation into allegations of historical sexual abuse concerning an individual who was employed by the club in the 1970s.
The Premier League club says the former employee in question is dead.
The club says it will provide "all possible assistance" to the Football Association which is conducting its own investigation into the issue.
It comes after more than 20 ex‑footballers made allegations of child sex abuse, with several police investigations also underway.
Meanwhile, Chelsea will play Manchester City at 1.30am Sunday.
Source: BBC
