The Arsenal game marked the return of Steven Gerrard from injury but Alonso's midfield partnership with the team captain came to a halt when Alonso suffered his first setback at Liverpool. Alonso's ankle was broken following a tackle from Frank Lampard in Liverpool's 0–1 home defeat against Chelsea on New Year's Day 2005 and the Spaniard was ...

May 27, 2024 · Xabi Alonso is sacked, Arne Slot quits Liverpool and Jose Mourinho has his third crack at Chelsea. This is Managergeddon and those are our predictions.

Feb 11, 2024 · Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino is under increasing pressure after a disappointing season, and journalist Dean Jones has explained to GIVEMESPORT why appointing Xabi Alonso could make...

Feb 14, 2024 · Mauricio Pochettino's job at Chelsea is at risk if their form doesn't improve soon. Xabi Alonso could be a potential target to replace him, and Chelsea won't be afraid of Liverpool interest.

Mar 31, 2024 · Xabi Alonso has confirmed that he will stay at Bayer Leverkusen next season, but he was wanted by Chelsea as a possible Mauricio Pochettino replacement.

Feb 15, 2024 · The problem for Chelsea is that he’s got strong ties to Bayern Munich, Liverpool and Real Madrid. All three look likely to be changing coach within the next 18 months, or 6 in Liverpool’s case. And all look better set up for guaranteed success than Chelsea.

Feb 6, 2024 · According to Sport Zone, Chelsea 'would like to' appoint Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso to the role immediately, with Pochettino's side currently dwelling in 11th place within the Premier League.

Feb 5, 2024 · As reported by Sport Zone, Chelsea are keen to bring Bayer Leverkusen head coach Xabo Alonso to the club immediately. It is understood that Chelsea co-owner Behdad Eghbali admires the work done by the Spaniard at the Werkself and is, therefore, looking to appoint Alonso as the club’s new head coach.

Apr 5, 2023 · Liverpool legend Xabi Alonso appears to be on Chelsea’s radar even if he is unlikely to become their new manager. The Blues sacked Graham Potter on Sunday night and appear to be closing in on a...

Mar 7, 2024 · Chelsea, like many clubs, are running tight on PSR so will need to cut their cloth accordingly. Today’s financial results showed that but they fully expect to remain compliant.