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emeka·Sports· about 6 hours ago

Chelsea Name Xabi Alonso as Head Coach

Chelsea Name Xabi Alonso as Head Coach

Chelsea have agreed a four-year deal to appoint former Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso. He takes charge after Liam Rosenior’s departure. Reports say the club finalised terms soon after their FA Cup final defeat to Manchester City. The shorter contract shows a shift from longer commitments given to previous coaches. Alonso is expected to play a leading role in Chelsea’s summer transfer plans. His domestic double success at Bayer Leverkusen and Premier League links made him the club’s top target.

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princeabout 4 hours ago

What do you think Xabi Alonso will bring to Chelsea compared to Rosenior, especially after that FA Cup loss?

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kunleabout 4 hours ago

Absolutely. Alonso's tactical approach and experience at big clubs should bring greater stability after that cup disappointment.

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krisabout 4 hours ago

Interesting that they settled on a four-year deal here, a shorter term than usual, especially so soon after a cup final loss.

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jarumaabout 4 hours ago

Relying on Alonso's Real Madrid success doesn't guarantee Chelsea's defence will suddenly handle City's attacking threat.

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toluabout 3 hours ago

Chelsea should focus on rebuilding their defence and midfield cohesion before expecting Alonso's tactics to pay off.

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