Abramovich has been Chelsea owner since 2003Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich says he is “shocked” by the racist abuse some of his players receive.The Russian billionaire has vowed to do all he can to stamp out the “evil” of racism in football.Blues full-back Reece James was racially abused on Instagram this year.”Racism, anti-Semitism, this is all the same type of evil and should have no place on our world at this day and age,” Abramovich, who is Jewish, told Forbes Magazineexternal-link.”Every time I get sent examples of racist abuse that our players face, I am shocked. It’s disgraceful that this is the reality for not just our players, but for anyone targeted by this sort of abuse.”If we as a club can make a difference in this area, in fighting anti-Semitism, racism and promoting tolerance, I am determined to stand behind it and contribute in whatever way I can.”Abramovich h… Click below to read the full story from BBC Sport
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Roman Abramovich: Chelsea owner ‘shocked’ by racist abuse of players
