Alonso eyes £80m midfielder as first Chelsea signing
Xabi Alonso is considering signing Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers as his first move as Chelsea manager. The club is reportedly willing to pay over £80 million for Rogers, who has had a strong season. However, Chelsea faces competition from other clubs and may struggle to attract players without Champions League football.
- ▪Xabi Alonso was named Chelsea's new manager and will take charge from July 1st.
- ▪Morgan Rogers has scored 10 goals and provided six assists in the Premier League this season.
- ▪Chelsea is competing with Manchester United, Arsenal, and Paris Saint-Germain for Rogers' signature.
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