Chelsea's players are concerned the UK government's sanctions on the club will tear their Champions League winning squad apart.
The Blues are unable to buy or sell players or negotiate new contracts with current stars until they have a new owner, following sanctions imposed on Roman Abramovich seven weeks ago by the UK Government in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Manager Thomas Tuchel has already claimed the sanctions left the club with their 'hands tied' with regards to Antonio Rudiger, who is leaving the club on a free transfer and has agreed a four-year deal with Real Madrid.
The Times claims the Stamford Bridge dressing room feels sanctions could continue to harm them both in terms of incomings and outgoings until the takeover process is complete.
With all the uncertainty around the players, the report adds members of Tuchel's squad feel it could push the German manager himself towards the Stamford Bridge exit.
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