Chelsea step up Xabi Alonso talks as Iraola monitored
If appointed, Alonso could target reunions: Arda Guler, Aurelien Tchouameni, free agent David Alaba and striker Gonzalo Garcia, to bolster creativity, midfield depth, leadership and attacking options.
Chelsea track RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande after a 12-goal, 8-assist season. Leipzig want Champions League continuity and would only sell for a fee well above €100m.
Kieran Maguire says BlueCo’s trading model treats players as ‘tradable inventory’. With £308m operating losses and UEFA limits ahead, any new Chelsea coach like Alonso must accept rotation for asset value.
Chelsea make contact to sign Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott this summer, with a reported £50m valuation, despite his Spurs allegiance.
At 41, Porto’s Thiago Silva is in Brazil’s 55-man World Cup list and starring in the league, fuelling claims Chelsea erred by letting their ex-defender leave for free.
Chelsea hope Pedro Neto and Alejandro Garnacho will be fit to face Man City in the FA Cup final, though it is uncertain. Neto assisted the semi-final winner, Garnacho has a strong Wembley record.
Chelsea intensify monitoring of Porto’s Victor Froholdt amid Enzo Fernández uncertainty, but Farioli says the ‘unique’ Dane wants to stay and play Champions League football.
Manchester United plan to stick with Michael Carrick, ruling out Andoni Iraola. That gives Chelsea a clearer run, though Xabi Alonso is the current frontrunner after impressive early talks.
Chelsea hold positive talks with Xabi Alonso while monitoring Andoni Iraola. Club also consider Marco Silva, Olivier Glasner and Filipe Luís. McFarlane leads into FA Cup final vs Man City.
Robert Sanchez names Didier Drogba as the one ex-Blue he would bring back, highlighting Chelsea’s need for leadership and a reliable striker amid Joao Pedro’s slump and Liam Delap’s struggles.
In talks, Alonso seeks assurances on recruitment, prioritising two new centre-backs. Chelsea targets could include Jan Paul van Hecke or a return for Nathan Ake, alongside academy prospects.
Bayern reportedly agree broad terms with Anthony Gordon, valued by Newcastle at around £75m, as Chelsea risk missing out on the winger again.
Lothar Matthaus says Kompany wants Bayern to keep Nicolas Jackson after 10 goals, but the fee is too high and Chelsea may bring him back under a new manager.
Cole Palmer’s league form dips to a 6.72 WhoScored rating, behind Bellingham, Foden, Eze, Rogers and Gibbs-White. Versatility on the right could help, but he risks missing Tuchel’s England squad.
Levi Colwill used Lego to cope during ACL recovery, then excelled vs Liverpool and should start the FA Cup final. Article argues Chelsea still need a dominant centre-back and a new goalkeeper.
Chelsea’s delay could cost them as Nottingham Forest consider a move for Marco Silva. Alonso is top of Chelsea’s list, with Iraola also in the frame and Silva out of contract in June.
Chelsea are pushing Liam Delap to leave after 3 goals and 11 league starts. Newcastle, Everton, Ipswich, Leeds and Strasbourg show interest. Club plan major striker changes this summer.
João Pedro says he is now a participative No.9 at Chelsea, shrugs off Drogba comparisons, targets Brazil’s World Cup squad and praises banter with Cole Palmer.
Alonso’s full-back roles at Leverkusen suggest Reece James could thrive as a deeper creator akin to Grimaldo, with Cucurella pushing high. Alonso also reportedly wants two new centre-backs.
Maurizio Sarri previews Lazio’s Coppa Italia final vs Inter, recalling regret over his Chelsea Carabao Cup final loss to Man City decided on penalties.
Nike’s Chelsea 2026-27 training top images have leaked.
Chelsea players are believed to respect Xabi Alonso’s CV after Rosenior’s exit. Talks held, with reports he may await Liverpool, though Slot is expected to stay. Board see him commanding the dressing room.
Chelsea have secured Emanuel Emegha and Geovany Quenda. Quenda, a quick, direct wing-back or winger, could fit Alonso’s 3-4-2-1 if appointed, combining with Cole Palmer against low blocks.
