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Gwyn Williams and Graham Rix facing new allegations of racial abuse of Chelsea youth players

Former Chelsea coaches Gwyn Williams and Graham Rix are facing fresh allegations of racially abusing young players in the 1970s, 80s and 90s, with one claiming they made is life “hell”.

Seven ex-Chelsea players have now accused Williams and Rix of historical racial abuse, which the former coaches deny.

Chelsea have said they are taking the allegations "very seriously".

The club said in a statement: "The allegations will be fully investigated. We are absolutely determined to do the right thing, to assist the authorities and any investigations they may carry out, and to fully support those affected which would include counselling for any former player that may need it.