Another important point is, is that until Roman started pumping cash into the club - then they were only loved within their own wee enclave and also by huns.
They have had a broader appeal since Abramovic started dishing the dosh, but international fans can be extremely fickle and tend to jump from club de jour to club de jour.
Once the money starts to trickle instead of flow, then these 'superstar' players and occasional fans will find a new toy to divert their attention to and Chelsea will likely become the moderately sized club they were before Harding and Abramovic.
No tears shed, other than those that appear when I laugh my guts oot.
Their achievements were purchased - not earned.