
Chelsea is reportedly set to have a clear path to sign Xabi Alonso as their next manager, following Liverpool's decision regarding their managerial situation. Alonso, a former Liverpool player, is not expected to return to the club soon.
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Chelsea being given free run at main target this summer as Liverpool make decision
Chelsea are apparently being given a free run at signing Xabi Alonso as their next manager after Liverpool make a decision.
Alonso obviously used to play for Liverpool before he retired and went into management, and the big prediction is that one day he will return their as the manager. However, that does not look like happening any time soon and as a result, Chelsea should apparently get a free run at him now this summer as they look to appoint a replacement for Liam Rosenior.
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Chelsea is looking to appoint a replacement for Liam Rosenior, and Xabi Alonso is seen as a strong candidate due to his managerial potential.
Liverpool's decision has opened the door for Chelsea to pursue Xabi Alonso, who was previously considered a future managerial option for Liverpool.
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It will certainly help The Blues, because I am sure if Liverpool did decide to come in for Alonso then he would jump at that chance. It could end up now being Chelseaâs gain, and Blues fans will be hoping it stays that way.
Arne Slot reacts with a thumbs up. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)
According to Liverpool reporter David Lynch, Liverpool are ready to pass on Xabi Alonso this summer and Chelsea look set to be given a free run at signing him.
Liverpool are said to be sticking with Arne Slot for now and are not advancing on Alonso.
Malo Gusto infuriated some Chelsea fans with his performance on Saturday afternoon, and some are now writing him off for good with their latest reflections on the player.
Chelsea are pushing for Xabi Alonso and the Basque seems interested, with a pre-World Cup deadline certainly possible. And itâs not just Fabrizio Romano reporting it!
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