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🚨🚨BREAKING: With Xabi Alonso announcing that Liam Delap is not in his plans going into next season, Dastan Satpaev has a chance of becoming Chelsea's second-Choice striker alongside Nicolas Jackson(If Xabi Alonso doesn't change his mind during the pre season). Your thoughts, Blues?🤔

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🚨 David Ornestein 🗣️ Granit Xhaka is a top target for Xabi Alonso. He played under him, succeeded, and enjoyed a great relationship with him at Bayer Leverkusen. We revealed on The Athletic that Chelsea have made an offer of £8 million. That bid has been rejected. Sunderland say they have no intention of selling him. They see him as a key player, their captain, and someone who will lead them into Europe next season. It does seem that Xhaka would like to make the move and reunite with Xabi Alonso. This is the sort of profile that might not have appealed to Chelsea previously, and certainly not if Xabi Alonso wasn't involved. And I'm not sure Chelsea would have appealed to Xhaka either if it wasn't for Xabi Alonso. But it is a fascinating situation, and let's see where it goes from here.
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🚨 “I’d say Xabi Alonso.” 💙👀 When asked which manager from the Premier League’s top six they would choose to play under, Xabi Alonso got serious backing. “I feel like he’s going to get the mentality of the team, and I like that. I think he’s going to do a good job.” Chelsea were also backed to definitely finish in the TOP FOUR this season.

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Xabi Alonso on Liam Delap 🗣️ He is doing well and worked hard during his 60 minutes against the centre-backs. He looks happy, motivated and focused on improving his fitness and sharpness for the new season. Regarding transfers, he refused to discuss rumours but confirmed Chelsea want a balanced and complete squad. He said the club already has a clear plan and will continue shaping the team before the Premier League begins.

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Hope Xabi Alonso sees value of Genesis Antwi at RWB if he's going to use that formation. Reece James can't play there with his body, and Malo Gusto has no quality in the final third. But Cobham gave him a better Frimpong.

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🚨Mark Ogden 🗣️ "I'll give my top three: Chelsea, Man City, and Man United for next season. I think Chelsea have got a proper manager now," he said. "They've got a very talented group, and I think Xabi Alonso will make a difference. He argued that Arsenal have become too predictable in their style of play and warned that rivals may find it easier to counter them next season unless Arteta changes his approach and signs a world-class striker."

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🚨🚨NEW: Paul Merson on Dastan Satpayev: "I genuinely believe Dastan Satpayev is ready to compete in the Premier League. You can see the quality, the confidence and the intelligence in the way he plays. If I were Xabi Alonso, I'd be thinking very carefully before sending him out on loan because, for me, he's already better than some of Chelsea's attacking players. I'd keep him at Chelsea, let him work with the first team every day, learn from the manager and the experienced players around him, and continue his development here. Not every young player needs to leave to improve. Some talents are good enough to stay, and I honestly think Satpayev is one of them."
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🚨🚨NEW: Paul Merson on Dastan Satpayev: "I genuinely believe Dastan Satpayev is ready to compete in the Premier League. You can see the quality, the confidence and the intelligence in the way he plays. If I were Xabi Alonso, I'd be thinking very carefully before sending him out on loan because, for me, he's already better than some of Chelsea's attacking players. I'd keep him at Chelsea, let him work with the first team every day, learn from the manager and the experienced players around him, and continue his development here. Not every young player needs to leave to improve. Some talents are good enough to stay, and I honestly think Satpayev is one of them."

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🚨Mark Ogden has backed Chelsea as one of the biggest threats in next season's Premier League title race, citing Xabi Alonso's arrival and a lighter fixture schedule as major advantages. Chelsea could benefit significantly from not being involved in European competition, allowing Alonso more time on the training ground to develop a young and talented squad. "I think it will make a big difference. You've got to factor in as well that they're not in Europe next season," Ogden said. "I think that Chelsea squad is a very strong starting team. They're a young squad that needed the guidance of a good coach, and I think they've got that with Alonso."
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🚨Mark Ogden has backed Chelsea as one of the biggest threats in next season's Premier League title race, citing Xabi Alonso's arrival and a lighter fixture schedule as major advantages. Chelsea could benefit significantly from not being involved in European competition, allowing Alonso more time on the training ground to develop a young and talented squad. "I think it will make a big difference. You've got to factor in as well that they're not in Europe next season," Ogden said. "I think that Chelsea squad is a very strong starting team. They're a young squad that needed the guidance of a good coach, and I think they've got that with Alonso."

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🚨Fabrizio Romano 🗣️ Chelsea are considering the possibility of bringing in a different type of player for the left-back position someone who can also cover several roles. Many of you have asked about Álvaro Carreras. Could he be an option for Chelsea from Real Madrid, especially after working with Xabi Alonso at Madrid? Xabi really wanted him at Real Madrid one year ago. The understanding is that Álvaro Carreras is a player Chelsea have discussed with Xabi Alonso in recent days. He was one of the names mentioned during their meetings with Xabi. However, at the moment, there are still no real or concrete negotiations and no club-to club talks for Carreras. His name has only been discussed with Xabi Alonso. There have also been many reports from Italy claiming that Chelsea have enquired about Cambiaso, are in talks to sign him and are working on a deal. Today’s report suggested a swap deal involving Jefferson going to Juventus and Cambiaso joining Chelsea. However, I’m told there is nothing concrete in those reports. There is no swap deal involving Jefferson, and Chelsea are not currently making a strong move for Cambiaso, despite the reports coming from Italy " #NG67

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🗣️ Fabrizio Romano on HERE WE GO: “I can understand the frustration of Liverpool fans and also today if you see the statement of Mo Salah, well, it's not only the fans. There is a sentiment that this season has been too negative for Liverpool in terms of results, 20 defeats, not playing good football. So obviously it's been a complicated one but at the same time the reality is that the owners and the management are deciding and the understanding is that so far till this weekend Liverpool never reached out to any other coach, Xabi Alonso or any other manager. So they want to support Arne Slot, believe in Arne Slot then if something is going to change in the next weeks we will be here to update you. But at the moment, Liverpool didn't call Xabi Alonso because they believe in Arne Slot.” Choosing a coach over the happiness of players and fans, unbelievable.

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Xabi Alonso: Kylian Mbappé has been playing for Madrid for a full season. You all know how he finished last year. His performances were excellent. During my time here his performances have been very good as well, he is helping the team a lot in the La Liga and UCL… But as i’ve said already, the goals can't be Kylian's responsibility alone. And he contributes much more than that. Leadership, he helps his teammates and has influence... it is a big part of the daily work. And that's extremely important.

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TalkSPORT on Morgan Rogers to Chelsea and Chelsea's transfer plans Speaker 1: "We're going straight back to Liverpool. William is a Chelsea fan. I've got a feeling you want to back Rodgers." William: "Mate, it's a brilliant signing. I think a lot of people will be surprised. Forget all the talk because he had a bad season. There were injuries, he had a tight injury, managers were under pressure and things kept changing. "I think working under Xabi Alonso every week will allow him to grow. I'm not saying it's guaranteed he'll start every game, but there's more competition elsewhere. At Chelsea, I think he'll still play from the left, but he'll have a much freer role under Xabi Alonso and become more of the main man. "I think he'll flourish in a less defensive, rigid system. Alonso likes free-flowing football. Only time will tell, but I think playing for Chelsea will benefit Morgan Rogers more." He added: > "Chelsea have a really good chance of finishing in the top four minimum next season. They started this season well but lacked experience. They're going to be a problem next season." The panel also discussed Chelsea's transfer plans, saying: Morgan Rogers is through the door. An approach has been made for Maxence Lacroix, following his impressive performances for Crystal Palace. Chelsea are also considering a move for John Stones on a free transfer, although Arsenal and Bayern Munich are also interested. On John Stones, the panel said Chelsea's young squad needs experience and leadership: "Even if he only plays 20-25 games, he'd be worth it. He brings professionalism, a winning mentality and the experience Chelsea need." The discussion ended by comparing Chelsea's spending with Arsenal's, claiming Arsenal were only willing to pay around £100 million for Morgan Rogers well below Chelsea's fee and Aston Villa's valuation and suggesting Arsenal may have missed out by not matching the asking price.

SHAYEE 𒀭

35,314 views • 1 month ago

🚨 Chelsea's interest in John Stones says a lot about the type of game Xabi Alonso plans to play and the type of players he wants... more than people realise. This isn't just about signing an experienced centre-back. It's about signing a defender who can completely transform the first phase of build-up. At his best, John Stones isn't just a centre-back. He's a midfielder in disguise. He steps into midfield effortlessly, breaks opposition pressing lines with his passing, creates overloads and allows his team to dominate possession without sacrificing defensive stability. That's exactly what made Pep Guardiola's Manchester City so difficult to press. Now imagine that in Xabi Alonso's system. Xabi doesn't just want defenders who can defend. He wants players comfortable receiving the ball under pressure, carrying it forward and dictating the tempo from deep. John Stones has done that for years at the highest level. His ability to drift into midfield also gives Chelsea tactical flexibility. The shape can change from a back three to a back four or even a box midfield within seconds without making a substitution. That makes pressing Chelsea far more complicated. It also explains why Xabi appears to be targeting technically gifted defenders rather than traditional stoppers. Yes, Stones has struggled with injuries in recent years, so that's a genuine concern. But from a tactical perspective, the interest makes perfect sense because it reflects the identity Xabi wants this Chelsea side to have: calm in possession, dominant in build-up and intelligent enough to control games with the ball. #CFC #ChelseaChampions #ChelseaFC
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🚨 Chelsea's interest in John Stones says a lot about the type of game Xabi Alonso plans to play and the type of players he wants... more than people realise. This isn't just about signing an experienced centre-back. It's about signing a defender who can completely transform the first phase of build-up. At his best, John Stones isn't just a centre-back. He's a midfielder in disguise. He steps into midfield effortlessly, breaks opposition pressing lines with his passing, creates overloads and allows his team to dominate possession without sacrificing defensive stability. That's exactly what made Pep Guardiola's Manchester City so difficult to press. Now imagine that in Xabi Alonso's system. Xabi doesn't just want defenders who can defend. He wants players comfortable receiving the ball under pressure, carrying it forward and dictating the tempo from deep. John Stones has done that for years at the highest level. His ability to drift into midfield also gives Chelsea tactical flexibility. The shape can change from a back three to a back four or even a box midfield within seconds without making a substitution. That makes pressing Chelsea far more complicated. It also explains why Xabi appears to be targeting technically gifted defenders rather than traditional stoppers. Yes, Stones has struggled with injuries in recent years, so that's a genuine concern. But from a tactical perspective, the interest makes perfect sense because it reflects the identity Xabi wants this Chelsea side to have: calm in possession, dominant in build-up and intelligent enough to control games with the ball. #CFC #ChelseaChampions #ChelseaFC

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1,134,009 views • 1 month ago