Fabrizio Romano shares major manager update as Chelsea hold “very productive” talks with candidate
Chelsea is in advanced talks with Xabi Alonso to become their next head coach following the sacking of Liam Rosenior. The club aims to finalize the appointment before the World Cup begins next month. Alonso is reportedly the preferred candidate after productive discussions with Chelsea's management.
- ▪Chelsea held a direct meeting with Xabi Alonso regarding the head coach position.
- ▪Liam Rosenior was sacked last month after a brief tenure of less than four months.
- ▪The club is looking to make a decision on their next manager after the FA Cup final against Manchester City.
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