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Xabi Alonso simply cannot snub Chelsea star vs Bournemouth, he finally has some confidence

Xabi Alonso simply cannot snub Chelsea star vs Bournemouth, he finally has some confidence

Xabi Alonso has a few decisions to make when picking his starting line-up on Saturday, as Chelsea play host to Bournemouth. Whether that be formation, his three-man defence or his double pivot.

Moises Caicedo News / The 4th Official / October 8
Palestra, Hato And Caicedo To Start | 3-4-3 Chelsea Predicted Lineup Vs Bournemouth

Palestra, Hato And Caicedo To Start | 3-4-3 Chelsea Predicted Lineup Vs Bournemouth

Chelsea will welcome Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge this Saturday as they look to earn a good result at home in the Premier League. The Blues suffered a tough 3-0 loss away at Brentford before the international break, so they would be eager to put in a better showing this weekend.

Chelsea FC News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 8
How Estevao Willian’s family feel about Chelsea star playing in the Premier League

How Estevao Willian’s family feel about Chelsea star playing in the Premier League

Estevao Willian’s camp will be slightly concerned about how the season is going for the Chelsea winger so far. Estevao has yet to make a start in the Premier League and has only played 23 minutes in the top flight.

Chelsea FC News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 8
The Chelsea star finally proving Cole Palmer was right, he is ‘one of the best in the world’

The Chelsea star finally proving Cole Palmer was right, he is ‘one of the best in the world’

When Cole Palmer speaks, Chelsea fans often listen. No player is more respected among the Chelsea fanbase than their No. 10, but his comments about Romeo Lavia in 2025 were questionable.

Chelsea FC News / Talk Chelsea / October 8
'Not been good enough' – Alonso knows he’s under pressure to change Chelsea’s disgraceful record

'Not been good enough' – Alonso knows he’s under pressure to change Chelsea’s disgraceful record

Xabi Alonso has been very open about Chelsea’s disgraceful defensive stats, and in a recent interview didn’t pull any punches. We haven’t heard form Xabi Alonso for a couple of weeks because of the international break, but his most recent interview with Stan Sports shows he is focused on the critical weakness of his team – their defending.

Chelsea FC News / Talk Chelsea / October 8
'Phenomenon… best in the world' – Chelsea midfielder compared to Rodri by local media

'Phenomenon… best in the world' – Chelsea midfielder compared to Rodri by local media

Romeo Lavia is on his best run of fitness since he joined Chelsea, and showed that for Belgium in the international break. Romeo Lavia was excellent for Belgium in this international break, playing two matches against France from the start and coming on as a sub in two other games.

Soccer News / Talk Chelsea / October 8
Chelsea winger’s 'mini pre-season' gives him a chance to turn around potential disaster season

Chelsea winger’s 'mini pre-season' gives him a chance to turn around potential disaster season

Alejandro Garnacho’s season had a false start, but he’s now had a chance to remedy it with a “mini pre-season” according to the Telegraph. This is the first time we’ve had one of these new-style three week extended international breaks, and we can already tell what type of tropes are going to come from them.

Chelsea FC News / Talk Chelsea / October 8
Chelsea won’t be able to resist second Roma attempt to sign their winger with just 55 minutes played

Chelsea won’t be able to resist second Roma attempt to sign their winger with just 55 minutes played

Roma are preparing to go back in for a Chelsea player they wanted in the summer – and they may have more luck this time. The final week of the summer’s transfer window saw Roma making moves to try and sign Jamie Gittens from Chelsea.

Chelsea FC News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 8
Chelsea want highly-rated transfer specialist to replace Laurence Stewart

Chelsea want highly-rated transfer specialist to replace Laurence Stewart

Chelsea were said to be streamlining their football department following the exit of Laurence Stewart as a sporting director, although that could change if they are able to convince Michael Edwards to join.

Chelsea FC News / Caught Offside / October 8
Cole Palmer injury update issued ahead of Bournemouth clash at Stamford Bridge

Cole Palmer injury update issued ahead of Bournemouth clash at Stamford Bridge

Chelsea look set to receive a much-needed boost this weekend, with Cole Palmer confident he will be fit enough to start against Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge.

Thomas Tuchel News / Goal.com / October 8

After Tuchel's attack: will Palmer return against Bournemouth?

Chelsea star's situation determined Cole Palmer is fit enough to start Chelsea's Premier League clash with Bournemouth next Saturday, in the sixth round of the current campaign.

Chelsea FC News / Goal.com / October 8
First £100m goalkeeper! Man City or Chelsea tipped to make history as former Premier League shot-stopper makes record-shattering transfer prediction

First £100m goalkeeper! Man City or Chelsea tipped to make history as former Premier League shot-stopper makes record-shattering transfer prediction

Premier League heavyweights from Stamford Bridge already top that chart, having splashed out £71.6m ($84m) on Kepa Arrizabalaga in 2018. Little return was seen on that investment, with the Blues having worked through several more shot-stoppers before ending up on World Cup winner Emi Martinez.

Chelsea FC News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 8
Chelsea fans are fearing the worst after Laurence Stewart’s exit as sporting director

Chelsea fans are fearing the worst after Laurence Stewart’s exit as sporting director

Despite Chelsea fans frequently sending criticism the way of Laurence Stewart when he was at the club, they are still not optimistic about the future without him.

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Chelsea FC News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 8
How Malo Gusto feels about staying at Chelsea amid transfer interest

How Malo Gusto feels about staying at Chelsea amid transfer interest

Chelsea defender Malo Gusto was linked with quite a few clubs during the summer transfer window. Liverpool were reportedly one club who were interested in Gusto, but the right-back remained at Stamford Bridge in the end.

Hakim Ziyech News / Goal.com / October 8

Hakim Ziyech receives nothing but praise after starting debut for Botafogo

Hakim Ziyech has won praise in the Brazilian media after impressing on his first start for Botafogo, despite their 2-1 home defeat to Vasco da Gama. "Ziyech was a driving force in Botafogo's midfield," Globo said in its analysis of the former Ajax player.

Chelsea FC News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 8
Xabi Alonso has not been able to deploy his preferred double pivot at Chelsea yet

Xabi Alonso has not been able to deploy his preferred double pivot at Chelsea yet

Chelsea have struggled in central midfield, ironically, since the Blues announced Xabi Alonso – one of the best midfielders to ever play the game – as the club’s new manager.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / October 7
Chelsea Are Preparing To Move In For This Bournemouth Star: Should Alonso Bring Him On Board?

Chelsea Are Preparing To Move In For This Bournemouth Star: Should Alonso Bring Him On Board?

In a recent report, journalist Graeme Bailey mentioned that Chelsea are preparing to move in for Bournemouth star Alex Scott. It has been claimed that the Blues would have to compete with Liverpool in the race to sign the English talent in the January transfer window.

Chelsea FC News / Caught Offside / October 7
Chelsea could consider selling £75m-rated ace after Liverpool & Spurs interest

Chelsea could consider selling £75m-rated ace after Liverpool & Spurs interest

Chelsea defender Malo Gusto could face a major decision when the January transfer window opens, with uncertainty still surrounding his role at Stamford Bridge.

Xabi Alonso News / Caught Offside / October 7
Xabi Alonso identifies 27-year-old La Liga star as potential Chelsea signing

Xabi Alonso identifies 27-year-old La Liga star as potential Chelsea signing

Chelsea are interested in bringing Jules Kounde to the Premier League, with the Barcelona defender potentially available during the January transfer window.

Chelsea FC News / A Stamford Bridge Too Far / October 6
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso’s £115m injury mistake admission comes to light as Moises Caicedo nears crucial Stamford Bridge return

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso’s £115m injury mistake admission comes to light as Moises Caicedo nears crucial Stamford Bridge return

The Spanish tactician has shouldered full responsibility for rushing his star midfielder back too early from a persistent calf problem. Stepping into the dugout at Stamford Bridge brings immense pressure, and Xabi Alonso has quickly discovered the brutal realities of Premier League management.

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