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Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / May 20
Chelsea could target Xhaka-type midfielder to be Alonso’s midfield lieutenant
The Athletic’s piece about Xabi Alonso’s arrival at Chelsea claimed that the players in the first team are “incredibly positive” about the manager’s arrival.
Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / May 20
'Fair play to them' – Wayne Rooney makes unpopular claim about Chelsea ownership
Premier League legend Wayne Rooney has praised Chelsea’s ownership for realising they’ve “messed up” and now trying to fix it. Chelsea were taken over by Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital in the summer of 2022, and despite vast investment in the playing squad the results haven’t been good enough.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 20
Calum McFarlane on whether James, Colwill and Joao Pedro could be fit for Saturday
Calum McFarlane was without some big players tonight, but still got the win. He gave some updates on the missing Blues’ statuses. Chelsea got a big win tonight against Tottenham, and that was without some of their serious players.
The 'FIFA Club World Cup champions' quiz
How many of the teams to win the FIFA Club World Cup since it was held for the first time in 2000 can you name in five minutes?
Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / May 20
Report: Champions League club make Marc Cucurella their primary summer target, it’s not Barcelona
Atletico Madrid have made Marc Cucurella their primary target in defence this summer according to reports in Spain. The Spain international arrived at Chelsea from Brighton in the summer of 2022, in a deal worth up to a reported £62m.
Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / May 20
'I cannot believe…' – Pundit on the incredible Chelsea decision from last week
Jamie O’Hara has had to admit that Chelsea’s decision to appoint Xabi Alonso – and Liverpool’s decision to appoint him – surprised him. Pundits who love to hate Chelsea and have enjoyed a fun few months of knocking the Blues now have to admit that things are looking up at Stamford Bridge.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 20
Report: Chelsea close in on first Xabi Alonso signing, transfer target says goodbye on social media
Chelsea are closing in on a deal for Valentin Barco with discussions ongoing with his representatives according to reports. The Blues are expected to be busy this summer, with new manager Xabi Alonso reportedly going to have a say in transfers.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 20
The Guardian: Chelsea to battle Man United and Liverpool for 21 g/a Premier League ace
Chelsea are among the Premier League clubs interested in West Ham captain Jarrod Bowen if they get relegated according to reports. Having had a quiet January Chelsea are once again expected to be busy in the summer, with reinforcements required in several areas of the squad.
Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / May 20
Chelsea player makes Petr Cech comparisons as very strange Player of the Match named
There was a very surprise and strange Player of the Match named last night in the Chelsea vs Tottenham game. Spurs needed to win the game or at least draw it to ensure their Premier League safety for this season.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 20
'Biggest things for me' – Jamie Carragher delivers verdict on Xabi Alonso effect
Former Liverpool player Jamie Carragher, who played alongside Xabi Alonso at the club, has delivered his verdict on Alonso at Chelsea. Carragher will be very emotionally split right now, being friends with Alonso.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 19
Chelsea vs Tottenham – Team News: Four changes for Chelsea including academy starlet return
Chelsea face Tottenham at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League in just over an hour, and the team news for the game is in! We expected a few changes from Calum McFarlane given we played on Saturday afternoon, and we’ve got four of them in the end.
Soccer News / Yardbarker / May 19
Pep Guardiola out, Enzo Maresca in? The good, bad and ugly of a seismic shift in the Premier League
After 10 straight seasons of dominance, six Premier League titles and one Champions League victory, coach Pep Guardiola is leaving the club.
Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / May 19
Predicted XI: Chelsea line up strong side to take on Tottenham – with some key absences
Chelsea take on Tottenham tonight at Stamford Bridge, knowing the crowd are desperate to see a performance. Chelsea take on Tottenham this evening at Stamford Bridge, Calum McFarlane’s penultimate in charge.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 19
Alonso names 'key area of improvement' Chelsea need to fix under him
Xabi Alonso has his work cut out in improving Chelsea’s “mentality” as their young team continues to struggle with setbacks. The long reads about Xabi Alonso’s appointment are coming out, and there are some interesting angles about what Chelsea want from their new man.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 19
Star’s World Cup snub is actually amazing news for Chelsea and Xabi Alonso
Joao Pedro has had some very good news and some very bad news today – but it’s actually all good for Chelsea. It’s been quite the 24 hours for Joao Pedro.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 19
Chelsea expect compensation payment from Man City for major incoming summer announcement
Enzo Maresca is set to be Man City’s new manager – and Chelsea are expecting to get some compensation out of the move. It’s not yet confirmed, but all the rumours in the last 24 hours have been clear that Pep Guardiola is leaving Man City after ten years.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 19
'Progressive' coach brought by Xabi Alonso should bring new dimension to this part of Chelsea training
Xabi Alonso will be bringing all manner of innovation to Chelsea this summer, including on the physical side of things. There’s a trope when a new manager comes in of him criticising the fitness of the group he’s taking over, and blaming that for any early issues.
Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / May 19
Source claims Chelsea focused on 'tactical' question in manager search to avoid Conte – Sarri situation
Xabi Alonso is the new Chelsea manager, and a big part of the decision to appoint him is tactical, according to sources at the club. Chelsea have managed to land Xabi Alonso as their new manager, against the odds, and the long reads are now coming out about how that all went down.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 19
Chelsea need to sign mentality monsters to appease Xabi Alonso based on every brief
Every media brief Chelsea have put out since hiring Xabi Alonso as their new manager mentions the term ‘mentality monsters’. Apparently, Alonso wants the club to have a squad full of mentality monsters.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 19
Official: Joao Pedro named as Chelsea’s Player of the Season for 2025/2026
Joao Pedro is Chelsea’s men’s Player of the Season, after a great debut campaign at Stamford Bridge following a transfer from Brighton. Joao Pedro has been named Chelsea’s Player of the Season, the club announced this afternoon.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 19
Chelsea player dreams of joining Barcelona and World Cup decision will drive that more
Chelsea striker Joao Pedro is apparently dreaming of joining Barcelona this summer, according to Spanish reports today. Pedro is currently having to deal with the major disappointment of not making the Brazil World Cup squad as Carlo Ancelotti made some huge decisions last night.
Soccer News / Yardbarker / May 16
Chelsea to appoint Liverpool legend Xabi Alonso as head coach
After a season of stress and turmoil, Chelsea FC is ready for a reset.
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