Thanks to a special collaboration with local fashion designer Nicholas Daley, Chelsea is celebrating Paul Canoville and his legacy in style with a limited-edition clothing range, launched today.

Canoville’s place in the club’s history is monumental. As the first Black player in our men’s first team, his endurance began breaking down barriers on the path that leads to the diverse Chelsea of today.

Tied Together

Award-winning designer Daley is London-based and renowned for his fusion of cultural heritage and contemporary style. He, along with Canoville, has deep Caribbean roots and their heritage forms the heart of this collaboration, highlighting the power of diversity and inclusion.

His latest curation, the Tied Together collection, features a 1980s-inspired terrace tracksuit jacket and a Pride of London scarf.

Designed in Daley’s signature style, the look draws on the kit Canoville memorably wore as part of a revered promotion-winning side. There is no doubt the description iconic can be applied to one of the most popular Chelsea shirts of all time, and the Tied Together collection updates the fashion for the next generation of change-makers, inspired by the Canoville story.

Support King Canners’ vision

Launched during Black History Month and available in the Megastore at Stamford Bridge and via our online store, proceeds from the Tied Together collection will be donated to the Paul Canoville Foundation which supports young people facing adversity and helps them reach their full potential. Specifically, these contributions will go toward the PCF and United Learning initiative, which focuses on enhancing literacy, attendance, and promoting diversity, equality and inclusion in education.

Current Chelsea players are giving their backing to the project, with men’s team captain Reece James leading a line-up including Levi Colwill, Sam Kerr, Conor Gallagher, Kadeisha Buchanan and Zecira Musovic, as are fans such as Ellis Gilbert, who is one of the ambassadors for our Blue Creator Fund, and Felicia Pennant, who featured in the Caribbean Voices series marking the Windrush anniversary.

Celebrating culture and diversity

Speaking about the launch of his collection, Daley said: ‘Fashion has the unique ability to tell powerful stories and connect us with our heritage. Collaborating with Chelsea on this project has been an incredible journey, and I am honoured to pay homage to Paul Canoville through my designs.

‘Canoville’s legacy, marked by resilience and pioneering spirit, is a source of inspiration not only for me but for all who embrace this collection. Together, we celebrate diversity, culture, and the enduring impact of individuals who break barriers.’