XABI ALONSO

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Chelsea complete surprise signing of veteran striker Danny Welbeck from Brighton

Chelsea have completed the signing of veteran striker Danny Welbeck from Brighton, handing new head coach Xabi Alonso the experienced forward he believes can bring greater balance to one of the Premier League's youngest squads.

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Xabi Alonso delighted as Mykhailo Mudryk finally returns to Chelsea

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso said he was delighted that Mykhailo Mudryk has been cleared to return to football after almost two years on the sidelines following a failed doping test.

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Xabi Alonso backs Maxence Lacroix to transform Chelsea defence

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso believes new signing Maxence Lacroix has the mentality and leadership to make an immediate difference after completing his move from Crystal Palace.

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Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso praises Joao Pedro after pre-season treble

Xabi Alonso believes Joao Pedro's World Cup disappointment has fuelled the Chelsea striker's determination after his hat-trick in the Blues' 6-4 pre-season victory over Western Sydney Wanderers on Tuesday.

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Chelsea edge 10-goal thriller as Xabi Alonso kicks off new era in pre-season friendly

Joao Pedro scored a stunning nine-minute hat-trick as Chelsea fought back to beat Western Sydney Wanderers 6-4 in an entertaining pre-season friendly, handing new head coach Xabi Alonso a winning start.

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Xabi Alonso expects Morgan Rogers to make immediate Chelsea impact

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso believes new signing Morgan Rogers has everything needed to make an immediate impact at Stamford Bridge and says the England international will strengthen the club's attacking options.

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