XABI ALONSO

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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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Xabi Alonso lays out vision in first press-conference as Chelsea boss

Xabi Alonso says instilling a relentless desire to improve will be the foundation of Chelsea's rebuild as he prepares for his first Premier League campaign in charge at Stamford Bridge.

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Nicolas Jackson keen on Chelsea return ahead of Xabi Alonso era at Blues

Nicolas Jackson is reportedly open to reviving his career at Chelsea FC - but only if he is given a clear role as first-choice striker under new head coach Xabi Alonso.

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