CHELSEA FOOTBALL CLUB LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
76Good
4.1vs last year
#2056 in UK
#6 in Sports
#879 in London

Company Information

Company Number
01965149
Registered Address
Stamford Bridge Ground, Fulham Road, London, SW6 1HS
Status
Active
Employee Count
473
Turnover
£415,014,000
EBITDA
-£6,364,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
26 November 1985
Nature of Business
93120 - Activities of sport clubs
Industries
Sports
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
36 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:61 days
Max Contractual:61 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
75%
31-60 Days
8%
After 60 Days
17%
Not Paid Within Terms19%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Company Review

Trend Analysis

Chelsea Football Club demonstrates a generally prompt payment trend, with 75% of invoices settled within 30 days, contributing to an average payment time of 36 days. However, a notable 17% of payments extend beyond 60 days, indicating a less consistent payment trajectory for a portion of invoices.

Volatility Analysis

The 19% late payment rate, coupled with 17% of invoices exceeding 60 days for settlement, suggests moderate volatility and reduced predictability for suppliers. This indicates a risk that a significant minority of payments will not adhere to standard 30-day terms, requiring suppliers to manage potential cash flow delays.

Summary Analysis

Suppliers can expect prompt payment for the majority of invoices, but should factor in the possibility of extended payment cycles for approximately one-fifth of transactions. To mitigate risk, consider establishing clear payment milestones, potentially offering staggered payment terms, or adjusting credit limits for this client.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-07-30
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202530 Jul 20253675%8%17%19%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202431 Jan 20252771%19%10%15%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202406 Aug 20242575%13%12%20%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202306 Feb 20242575%12%13%19%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202312 Jul 20232477%16%7%11%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202230 Jan 20232869%21%10%14%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202226 Jul 20223063%24%13%26%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202131 Jan 20221287%12%1%2%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202126 Jul 20211982%15%2%3%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202001 Feb 20211979%18%2%7%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202030 Jul 20202186%9%5%9%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201904 Feb 20202085%12%3%9%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201906 Aug 20191887%10%3%8%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201813 May 20191881%18%1%6%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201813 May 20191883%16%1%8%
01 Jul 2017 - 31 Dec 201713 May 20191879%20%1%3%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

The Company's standard payment terms are that invoices are paid at the end of the month following the month in which the invoice is received.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

61

Dispute Resolution Process

Payment disputes are initially handled by the Company's Accounts Payable team. If the dispute is unable to be resolved it is initially escalated within the Finance team and then, if required, to the Company's Legal team.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

CHELSEA FOOTBALL CLUB LIMITED operates as a private limited company. Its company name clearly indicates its primary function as a professional football club.

This active private limited company was incorporated on 26 November 1985. It is registered in London under company number 01965149, with its registered office located at Stamford Bridge Ground, Fulham Road, London, SW6 1HS.

In the UK market, a football club organisation typically specialises in the organisation and promotion of professional football matches. Such companies manage professional sports teams, provide sports entertainment, and engage in related commercial activities, including offering matchday experiences and official merchandise.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£4,000
Net Worth
-£2,200,000,000
Total Current Assets
£13,300,000
Total Current Liabilities
£2,100,000,000

Company Location