Good Bad Billionaire Roman Abramovich: Premier League oligarch
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Nov 11, 2024 Discover the enigmatic life of Roman Abramovich, from his humble beginnings as a Soviet orphan to an oligarch partying on a $427 million yacht. Explore how his close ties to Boris Berezovsky and Vladimir Putin fueled his meteoric rise in wealth. Delve into the lavish and tumultuous world of football as he bought Chelsea FC, only to face drastic changes amid the fallout from the Russia-Ukraine war. Unpack the complex legacy of this 'stealth oligarch' as he navigates power, controversy, and philanthropy.
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Early Life and Influences
- Roman Abramovich was orphaned at age three and raised by his uncles.
- His uncles instilled in him business acumen, discretion, altruism, and vitality.
Early Business Acumen
- While serving in the Red Army, Abramovich showed entrepreneurial spirit.
- He organized a football team, an art group, and even created a fuel-siphoning scheme.
Capitalizing on Change in Russia
- Russia underwent significant economic and political changes during the late 80s and early 90s.
- Abramovich capitalized on these changes by engaging in various businesses, from trading goods to pig breeding.