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Xabi Alonso has addressed Chelsea’s glaring transfer flaw – but one stat exposes what’s still missing

Xabi Alonso has addressed Chelsea’s glaring transfer flaw – but one stat exposes what’s still missing

Before Xabi Alonso’s arrival, Chelsea had become obsessed with signing young players under BlueCo’s leadership, and many felt it was impacting results.

Xabi Alonso News / The 4th Official / October 20
Chelsea Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This Ligue 1 Winger: Should Alonso Move In For Him?

Chelsea Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This Ligue 1 Winger: Should Alonso Move In For Him?

In a recent post on X, journalist Ekrem Konur claimed that Chelsea are keeping a keen eye on Strasbourg winger Gessime Yassine. It has been mentioned that the Blues are close to sealing a move for the Moroccan talent.

Soccer News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 20
Reece James’ and Trent Alexander-Arnold’s best seasons compared as Chelsea eye Real Madrid star

Reece James’ and Trent Alexander-Arnold’s best seasons compared as Chelsea eye Real Madrid star

Reece James is one of several England internationals currently at Chelsea, and it looks like the club could be interested in adding another one to their squad: Trent Alexander-Arnold.

Alex Scott News / The Pride of London / October 20
Why Chelsea won't have a better chance to sign Alex Scott than this

Why Chelsea won't have a better chance to sign Alex Scott than this

Chelsea are already looking ahead to the January transfer window, with midfield remaining an area where Xabi Alonso could look to strengthen his squad.

Soccer News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 20
Forget Alex Scott, Chelsea have been gathering information on the next £100m midfielder

Forget Alex Scott, Chelsea have been gathering information on the next £100m midfielder

Despite Reece James’ long-term injury, Chelsea suddenly look solid in midfield. Moises Caicedo and Jordan Henderson have returned from their own injuries, but a new signing in January is expected.

Chelsea FC News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 20
Chelsea paid just £37m for future world-class superstar who keeps on improving

Chelsea paid just £37m for future world-class superstar who keeps on improving

Chelsea have a couple of world-class players in their squad right now. Cole Palmer and Moises Caicedo make up that list, and if Joao Pedro and Morgan Rogers can maintain the form they have been in this season, you will probably be able to add them to it at some point.

Chelsea FC News / The Pride of London / October 20
Three Chelsea players who should leave in the January transfer window

Three Chelsea players who should leave in the January transfer window

Chelsea have struggled with an oversized squad for several years, and with further improvements planned across the next two transfer windows, difficult decisions must be made about the current crop of players.

Steven Gerrard News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 20
Steven Gerrard admits he has changed his mind about Chelsea after win v Everton

Steven Gerrard admits he has changed his mind about Chelsea after win v Everton

For the first time this season, Chelsea looked solid. It resulted in a clean sheet despite Emi Martinez’s injury, and it has convinced Steven Gerrard to change his mind about Xabi Alonso’s side.

Chelsea FC News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 20
‘I’m worried’ – Former Brazil star reveals biggest concern over Estevao Willian’s Chelsea career

‘I’m worried’ – Former Brazil star reveals biggest concern over Estevao Willian’s Chelsea career

Estevao Willian’s Chelsea career has regressed after such a promising start to his first few months in England. The Brazilian wonderkid scored a late winner against Liverpool and a stunning Champions League goal against Barcelona last autumn before missing most of the second half of the season with hamstring injuries.

Chelsea FC News / The Pride of London / October 20
Three ex Chelsea players selected in Jamie Carragher and Sandro's Brazil's all time Premier League 11

Three ex Chelsea players selected in Jamie Carragher and Sandro's Brazil's all time Premier League 11

Over the course of Chelsea's history, 17 Brazilians have played for the club. Others, like Diego Costa, Jorginho, and Emerson, were born in Brazil but chose to represent other nations at the international level.

Soccer News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 20
What Reece James has said about Trent Alexander-Arnold’s defending amid Chelsea rumours

What Reece James has said about Trent Alexander-Arnold’s defending amid Chelsea rumours

For many years now, Chelsea’s Reece James has been compared with Real Madrid’s Trent Alexander-Arnold. When Alexander-Arnold was at Liverpool, both players were two of the best right-backs in the Premier League.

Reece James News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 20
Reece James update: Chelsea plan revealed as return from injury could be delayed

Reece James update: Chelsea plan revealed as return from injury could be delayed

Reece James has undergone knee surgery, and it is widely believed that the Chelsea captain will not be seen again in 2026. A huge blow for Xabi Alonso and Chelsea’s ambitions this season.

Chelsea FC News / The Pride of London / October 20
Key stats that proves that all Chelsea needed was Moises Caicedo

Key stats that proves that all Chelsea needed was Moises Caicedo

Chelsea’s form has been inconsistent this season, but the return of a key player has proved decisive, helping the Blues secure back-to-back wins following the international break.

Xabi Alonso News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 20
Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea handed golden Premier League opportunity as Man City punishment revealed

Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea handed golden Premier League opportunity as Man City punishment revealed

Not only Chelsea and the other 18 Premier League clubs, but the entire English football pyramid is eagerly awaiting the final verdict on Manchester City’s 115 charges.

Chelsea FC News / Caught Offside / October 20
Chelsea player with 23 minutes of playing time this season urged to leave the club

Chelsea player with 23 minutes of playing time this season urged to leave the club

Estevao Willian has been advised to consider leaving Chelsea in search of regular football after slipping down Xabi Alonso’s attacking pecking order. The Brazilian was expected to build on an impressive debut season in England, but opportunities have been extremely limited in 2026/27.

Chelsea FC News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 20
People close to £54m Chelsea star wanted him to leave during the summer

People close to £54m Chelsea star wanted him to leave during the summer

Chelsea made some significant sales in the last transfer window, with the likes of Enzo Fernandez, Andrey Santos and Marc Cucurella all leaving the club in big-money deals.

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Chelsea have ‘practically signed’ Gessime Yassine! Mike Penders has opportunity to step up, Jordan Henderson letting his feet do the talking, Why I love the new third kit and badge, Much more.....

Chelsea have ‘practically signed’ Gessime Yassine! Mike Penders has opportunity to step up, Jordan Henderson letting his feet do the talking, Why I love the new third kit and badge, Much more.....

Morning all, Hope you’ve had a good start to your week as we get Monday out the way! Our next game is Saturday against relegation battling Tottenham Hotspur, heard of them!?

Chelsea FC News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 20
The one change Xabi Alonso would have to be mad to make after Chelsea’s last two wins

The one change Xabi Alonso would have to be mad to make after Chelsea’s last two wins

It is two wins from two for Chelsea following their players’ return from the international break. On Saturday, Xabi Alonso’s side beat Everton 2-0 at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, which followed their 5-1 victory over Bournemouth.

Chelsea FC News / The Pride of London / October 19
Three surprising standout players from Chelsea's victory over Everton

Three surprising standout players from Chelsea's victory over Everton

Chelsea’s impressive 2-0 victory over Everton may be more than 48 hours old, but there is still plenty to take away from the Blues’ performance at Goodison Park.  With the latest round of Premier League fixtures concluded, it is the perfect time to reflect on the players who made the difference for Chelsea and helped secure three valuable points.

Chelsea FC News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 19
Why Chelsea’s most-underrated star is Clearlake’s saviour in the £100m+ market

Why Chelsea’s most-underrated star is Clearlake’s saviour in the £100m+ market

Chelsea fans have been discussing who the most underrated player in Xabi Alonso’s squad is after Owen Hargreaves described Pedro Neto as Chelsea’s “unsung hero”.

Xabi Alonso News / The 4th Official / October 19
Chelsea Are Keeping Tabs On This Talented Midfielder: Should Alonso Snap Him Up?

Chelsea Are Keeping Tabs On This Talented Midfielder: Should Alonso Snap Him Up?

In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey mentioned that Chelsea are keeping tabs on Goteborg midfielder Oliver Mansson. It has been claimed that the Blues are eyeing a move to recruit the Swedish talent next year.

Chelsea FC News / Talk Chelsea / October 19
'You’re going to look a clown' – Confident Chelsea youngster impressed pundit with one 17 yard decision

'You’re going to look a clown' – Confident Chelsea youngster impressed pundit with one 17 yard decision

Mike Penders showed his authority right away when he came in to play on Saturday and impressed one pundit in particular. There was a potentially game-changing moment on Saturday when Chelsea goalkeeper Emi Martinez was taken off with a broken jaw after a horrible clash with Jarrad Branthwaite.

Chelsea FC News / Talk Chelsea / October 19
Chelsea star has quiet game against Everton – but is still praised for 'hunger' by teammate

Chelsea star has quiet game against Everton – but is still praised for 'hunger' by teammate

Morgan Rogers has hailed Morgan Rogers’ work rate and hunger as the pair continue to link up nicely in attack for the Blues. Chelsea’s attack have carried

Chelsea FC News / Talk Chelsea / October 19
'Looked solid' – Xabi Alonso on how Chelsea were working on their defending after long awaited clean sheet

'Looked solid' – Xabi Alonso on how Chelsea were working on their defending after long awaited clean sheet

Chelsea kept a long awaited clean sheet on Friday, and their manager was asked about how they did it. Chelsea kept their first clean sheet since January on Saturday, and now have conceded just once in the two games since Moises Caicedo has returned to the team.

Chelsea FC News / Caught Offside / October 18
Chelsea receive major Emi Martinez update after unfortunate Everton collision

Chelsea receive major Emi Martinez update after unfortunate Everton collision

Chelsea’s impressive 2-0 win over Everton was overshadowed by a frightening injury to Emiliano Martinez, with the goalkeeper now set to undergo surgery on a jaw problem.

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