The arrival of xavi Alonso 

David Ornstein: Agreement complete for Xabi Alonso to become Chelsea manager with 4yr contract

15 hours ago   /  nebronhames

According to David Ornstein from the Athletics, Agreement complete for Xabi Alonso to become Chelsea manager

David Ornstein:

Agreement complete for Xabi Alonso to become Chelsea manager. 44yo Spaniard visited London early last week & accepted opportunity; 4yr contract now finalised - announcement imminent. Primary target throughout + wanted #CFC move

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  🚨 BREAKING: Chelsea confirm appointment of Xabi Alonso

 

Alonso will officially take charge at Stamford Bridge on July 1, meaning interim Calum McFarlane will oversee their final two Premier League games against Tottenham and Sunderland next week.

The Spaniard previously coached at Real Madrid but was dismissed by the La Liga giants after less than eight months in charge.

Prior to that, he worked in the Bundesliga with Bayer Leverkusen and guided them to their first league title in history.

Chelsea Football Club is delighted to announce the appointment of Xabi Alonso as Manager of the Men’s Team. The Spaniard will begin his role on July 1, 2026, having agreed a four-year contract at Stamford Bridge. Welcome to Chelsea, Xavi.