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Chelsea predicted XI vs Bournemouth as Xabi Alonso confirms Moises Caicedo’s availability

Chelsea predicted XI vs Bournemouth as Xabi Alonso confirms Moises Caicedo’s availability

The Chelsea Chronicle have predicted the XI which Xabi Alonso will start for the Premier League fixture with Bournemouth following the manager’s press conference.

Chelsea FC News / Talk Chelsea / October 9
'It’s more difficult' – Summer signing opens up on difficulties adapting to Premier League

'It’s more difficult' – Summer signing opens up on difficulties adapting to Premier League

Pep Chavarria has been speaking to the Chelsea website about his first months in the country and how he’s adapted.  Pep Chavarria was an interesting summer addition for Chelsea.

Chelsea FC News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 9
The unlikely Chelsea star acting as a role model for Fulham wonderkid Josh King

The unlikely Chelsea star acting as a role model for Fulham wonderkid Josh King

England are never short of an abundance of young talent. Fulham star Josh King is one of the hottest properties in the Premier League – and he’s cited an unlikely Chelsea star as a role model.

Chelsea FC News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 9
Chelsea’s defending has been shocking, but Xabi Alonso has Blues excelling in one area

Chelsea’s defending has been shocking, but Xabi Alonso has Blues excelling in one area

With the international break now over, one thing that Xabi Alonso has to address at Chelsea is the team’s defending. It has not been good enough this season, and Alonso himself has admitted that.

Morgan Rogers News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 9
Morgan Rogers’ super record v Bournemouth will convince Chelsea fans that Chris Sutton is right

Morgan Rogers’ super record v Bournemouth will convince Chelsea fans that Chris Sutton is right

Chelsea are back in action on Saturday as Xabi Alonso’s men play host to Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge, and Morgan Rogers’ record can help make Chris Sutton’s prediction become reality.

Joao Felix News / Goal.com / October 9

Al-Nassr's new president threatens Joao Felix's dream: where does Barcelona stand?

Will the Portuguese star succeed in fulfilling his wish? Joao Felix's return to Barcelona looks anything but straightforward. Al-Nassr's hierarchy want to keep the Portugal international for longer by triggering a clause that extends his contract by two further seasons.

Chelsea FC News / Goal.com / October 9
Learn rather than leave! Estevao given Chelsea future advice after seeing just 23 minutes of Premier League game time & generating transfer talk

Learn rather than leave! Estevao given Chelsea future advice after seeing just 23 minutes of Premier League game time & generating transfer talk

Estevao, who burst onto the scene at Palmeiras in his homeland, completed a move to England after celebrating his 18th birthday. He was being billed as Messinho (Little Messi) and the next great hope of Brazilian football.

Xabi Alonso News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 9
Potential new Chelsea director Michael Edwards has already made thoughts on Xabi Alonso clear

Potential new Chelsea director Michael Edwards has already made thoughts on Xabi Alonso clear

Michael Edwards is reportedly a dream target for Chelsea to come in and replace Laurence Stewart as a sporting director, however he may have reservations about working with Xabi Alonso.

Moises Caicedo News / The Chelsea Chronicle / October 9
How Moises Caicedo is helping Pep Chavarria off the pitch as case for Chelsea vice captaincy made

How Moises Caicedo is helping Pep Chavarria off the pitch as case for Chelsea vice captaincy made

Pep Chavarria has only managed to start three times for Chelsea, but the left-back is doing everything he can to convince Xabi Alonso he’s worth starting – and has enlisted the help of Moises Caicedo.

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.

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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.

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 / 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.

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