HE COULD probably buy the whole of Dorset, and still have change for half of Hampshire.

With a fortune estimated at around £11billion, Roman Abramovich is one of the richest men in the world.

And the Russian oil billionaire is reportedly on the hunt for choice properties across the country, with Dorset at the top of the list.

The 38-year-old has already spent a staggering £700 million over the past two years on expensive playthings such as luxury yachts and Chelsea Football Club to go with his Boeing 767.

He is now reported to be eyeing up some of the most expensive mansions in the country.

First published: October 18