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Home » Xabi Alonso

Xabi Alonso

Football Insider exclusive as Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso sits in a press conference, while owner Todd Boehly watches from a circular inset.

Xabi Alonso has already found ‘big red flag’ at Chelsea that needs immediate termination

Xabi Alonso is capable of putting a stop to Chelsea’s poor disciplinary record that saw them rack up 11 red cards this term. That is…

Evan Shaw
May 31, 2026
Real Madrid CF head coach Xabi Alonso during the La Liga EA match between Real Madrid CF and Real Betis Balompie at Bernabeu stadium on January 4th...

Chelsea’s financial model ‘in jeopardy’ as Xabi Alonso faced with ‘dangerous’ situation

Xabi Alonso is already in an incredibly difficult position after Chelsea failed to secure European football in the 2025-26 campaign. That is according to former…

Harri Burton
May 28, 2026
Liverpool midfielder Florian Wirtz with Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso

Chelsea set sights on Florian Wirtz as Liverpool transfer stance revealed

Xabi Alonso is a ‘huge’ fan of Liverpool midfielder Florian Wirtz and is keen for Chelsea to sign him this summer in a sensational move,…

Wayne Veysey
May 27, 2026
Real Madrid CF head coach Xabi Alonso during the La Liga EA match between Real Madrid CF and Real Betis Balompie at Bernabeu stadium on January 4th...

Howard Webb told to visit Xabi Alonso as Chelsea continue to suffer from ‘major’ problem

Xabi Alonso should welcome Howard Webb to Cobham Training Centre upon his arrival as Chelsea‘s new manager. That is according to former PGMOL chief and…

Harri Burton
May 26, 2026
Former Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso at Stamford Bridge

Xabi Alonso backed to ‘put his stamp on Chelsea’ as ownership prepare to take a back seat

Xabi Alonso will not waste any time beginning to change Chelsea for the better when he begins his role as manager. That is according to…

Ciaran Morrison
May 25, 2026
Joao Pedro in action for Chelsea, with Xabi Alonso on the sidelines at Real Madrid

Xabi Alonso makes Chelsea transfer plan as Barcelona eye Robert Lewandowski replacement

Joao Pedro is highly unlikely to be allowed to leave Chelsea this summer as Xabi Alonso puts new plans in place, sources have told Football…

Pete O'Rourke, Transfer Correspondent
May 24, 2026
Liam Delap Xabi Alonso

Chelsea: Xabi Alonso eyes ‘big’ striker signing as Liam Delap could be forced out

Chelsea‘s Liam Delap could be forced to assess his future as new boss Xabi Alonso targets a new striker signing in his first transfer window…

Pete O'Rourke, Transfer Correspondent
May 23, 2026
Liam Delap Xabi Alonso

Liam Delap’s Chelsea future ‘up in the air’ as Xabi Alonso clear-out begins

Liam Delap will need to impress new Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso in pre-season to earn a stay at the club after a disappointing debut season…

Pete O'Rourke, Transfer Correspondent
May 22, 2026
Liverpool manager Arne Slot looks downbeat with Xabi Alonso

Liverpool dither on Arne Slot and miss out on Xabi Alonso appointment

Liverpool’s decision not to hire Xabi Alonso could backfire after the Spaniard agreed a four-year deal to take charge of Chelsea. That’s the view of…

Ciaran Morrison
May 21, 2026
Xabi Alonso in a Champions League press conference

Chelsea promise to Xabi Alonso revealed, it proves ‘he’s going to be a success’ at Stamford Bridge

Chelsea must give Xabi Alonso their full backing if they want the Spaniard to fix their current on-pitch problems. That is the view of former…

Ciaran Morrison
May 20, 2026
Liam Delap in action for Chelsea, with David Moyes in a circular inset

Xabi Alonso to sanction Liam Delap move to Everton after agreement over Chelsea striker

Liam Delap has emerged as a transfer target for Everton ahead of the summer window as big changes are expected to take place at Chelsea.…

Callum O'Connell
May 19, 2026
Steve Parish Crystal Palace Co Owner with Co Owner David Blitzer during the UEFA Conference league Semi Final 2nd Leg match between Crystal Palace ...

Crystal Palace handed Andoni Iraola boost after new announcement away from Selhurst Park

Crystal Palace have one less problem to worry about in their quest to appoint Andoni Iraola as their new manager, sources have told Football Insider.…

Pete O'Rourke, Transfer Correspondent
May 19, 2026
Xabi Alonso on the sidelines with Todd Boehly in the stands at Stamford Bridge

Xabi Alonso: Chelsea boss’ first task revealed as six players could leave in major clear-out

Xabi Alonso is set to analyse his Chelsea squad to identify problem positions and assess his players’ characters ahead of taking over this summer. The…

Callum O'Connell
May 18, 2026
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso alongside owner Todd Boehly

Chelsea worries still in play thanks to BlueCo as Xabi Alonso is appointed

Chelsea have been fortunate to convince Xabi Alonso to become their next manager, according to Keith Wyness. The former Everton chief executive, speaking exclusively to…

Ciaran Morrison
May 18, 2026
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe smiles with Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola

Newcastle’s window of opportunity to hire Andoni Iraola widens after announcement on Sunday

Chelsea have secured the appointment of former Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso, ruling them out of the race for Newcastle United-linked Andoni Iraola. The Blues…

Evan Lloyd
May 17, 2026
Chelsea youngster Josh Acheampong

Newcastle may have lost their chance to sign Josh Acheampong after latest Chelsea news

Newcastle United have likely missed out on any chance to lure Chelsea youngster Josh Acheampong away from Stamford Bridge. The Magpies may have hoped to…

Evan Lloyd
May 17, 2026
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso with Fenerbahce midfielder Edson Alvarez

West Ham put on notice amid new Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso’s love for ‘fundamental’ Edson Alvarez

West Ham United may have to field transfer interest in Edson Alvarez from an unexpected source this summer. Chelsea confirmed on Sunday that Xabi Alonso…

Evan Lloyd
May 17, 2026
Football Insider exclusive as Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola smiles towards Chelsea owner Todd Boehly, who features in a circular inset.

Chelsea ‘spoke’ to Frank Lampard and Andoni Iraola before agreeing new manager deal

Chelsea “spoke” to managers including Andoni Iraola and Frank Lampard before agreeing a deal with Xabi Alonso, sources have told Football Insider. Coventry City’s Lampard, whose…

Wayne Veysey
May 17, 2026
Xabi Alonso staring

Xabi Alonso to be announced as Chelsea manager after terms agreed

Xabi Alonso is expected to be announced as Chelsea’s next manager in the next few days, sources have told Football Insider. The 44-year-old has agreed…

Wayne Veysey
May 17, 2026
Football Insider exclusive as Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso sits in a press conference, while owner Todd Boehly watches from a circular inset.

Chelsea’s three-man managerial shortlist revealed

Chelsea have narrowed down their search for a new manager to the choice of one candidate from Xabi Alonso, Andoni Iraola or Marco Silva. The…

Pete O'Rourke, Transfer Correspondent
May 16, 2026

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