Xabi Alonso Named Chelsea Manager: 4-Year Deal Agreed
Xabi Alonso has agreed a four-year deal to manage Chelsea from July, after Liam Rosenior's sacking. The ex-Leverkusen boss takes charge with enhanced authority.
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Xabi Alonso has agreed a four-year deal to manage Chelsea from July, after Liam Rosenior's sacking. The ex-Leverkusen boss takes charge with enhanced authority.
Mohamed Salah’s latest outburst criticizes Arne Slot’s style, demanding Liverpool return to heavy metal football, as Xabi Alonso confirms Chelsea move.
Xabi Alonso signs a 4-year deal at Chelsea, starting July 1. The former Leverkusen boss faces a rebuild with no Champions League next season.
Chelsea name Xabi Alonso manager on 4-year deal from July after FA Cup final loss to Man City. The ex-Liverpool star led Leverkusen to Bundesliga title.
Xabi Alonso signs 4-year deal as Chelsea manager after Liam Rosenior's dismissal. Alonso expressed pride at joining 'one of the biggest clubs'.
Chelsea hires Xabi Alonso on 4-year deal, seeking stability after Bundesliga success with Leverkusen and short Real Madrid tenure following a turbulent season.
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Xabi Alonso's arrival as Chelsea manager after a trophy-less season and FA Cup final defeat signals a rebuild amid financial strain and fan disconnect.
After Leverkusen's Champions League qualification failure, Kasper Hjulmand deferred his future to 'Simon,' hinting at boardroom decisions amid a rebuild.
Hearts' near-title and Tony Bloom's analytics plan signal a lasting challenge to Old Firm dominance, with Champions League qualifiers ahead.
Mohamed Salah publicly slams Arne Slot's tactics while Xabi Alonso nears Chelsea job, deepening Liverpool's crisis as Champions League spot hangs in balance.
Xabi Alonso agrees four-year deal to become Chelsea manager, ending search for Liam Rosenior's replacement. Former Leverkusen boss set for Stamford Bridge move.
Xabi Alonso agrees 4-year Chelsea deal, succeeding Liam Rosenior as Blues' fifth boss under BlueCo; the ex-Leverkusen coach faces a rebuild with no European
Xabi Alonso agrees four-year deal to become Chelsea manager, starting July 1, after Real Madrid sacking. The move signals a shift in Blues' structure as they
After Bundesliga survival, Union Berlin are in advanced talks with FC Thun's title-winning coach Mauro Lustrinelli to become their new head coach.
Xabi Alonso has signed a four-year contract to become Chelsea's eighth head coach since 2022, taking over next season after his January sacking by Real Madrid.
Sander Tangvik's Bundesliga debut for HSV vs Leverkusen showcased a promising goalkeeper who nearly kept a clean sheet, signaling a new era between the posts.
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Chelsea near Xabi Alonso appointment: 4-year contract imminent. The 44-year-old won the Bundesliga unbeaten with Leverkusen and replaces sacked Rosenior.
Xabi Alonso is set to become Chelsea's new head coach after agreeing a four-year deal in principle, with the announcement expected before Tuesday's Spurs game.