Following speculation in this morning's media (Monday, November 17) with regard to Stamford Bridge being the location for a future David Haye world heavyweight title fight, Chelsea Football Club has the following statement.

'Chelsea has not been approached regarding the hosting of a Haye v Klitschko world heavyweight title fight but we would be happy to hold preliminary discussions about the possibility.

'Stamford Bridge is one of the premier venues in London for both sporting and non-sporting events. It would be an honour to stage a global event such as this. The ability to host the fight here in the summer of 2009 would be subject to a number of conditions, primarily the protection of the playing surface and approvals with various local agencies and authorities.'