Chelsea close in on Xabi Alonso appointment
Chelsea are close to appointing Xabi Alonso as their new head coach, with an announcement expected before their match against Tottenham. The former Real Madrid and Bayer Leverkusen manager is set to replace Liam Rosenior after an accelerated selection process. Alonso, who previously won the Champions League as a player, is seen as a high-caliber appointment to revive the club's fortunes.
- ▪Chelsea are close to finalizing Xabi Alonso as their new head coach, with an announcement possible before their game against Tottenham.
- ▪Alonso led Bayer Leverkusen to an unbeaten Bundesliga title in 2024 and has prior managerial experience at Real Madrid.
- ▪Other candidates considered included Andoni Iraola and Marco Silva, both out of contract at season's end.
- ▪Alonso was dismissed by Real Madrid seven months into his tenure but has reportedly received assurances from Chelsea about working conditions.
- ▪Chelsea have struggled recently, finishing ninth and missing out on European competition for the second time under BlueCo ownership.
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