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âThe problem isâ â Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink highlights potential issue if Chelsea appoint Xabi Alonso
TL;DR
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink warns Chelsea may face issues if they appoint Xabi Alonso without giving him the freedom to manage. The club is currently looking for a new head coach after sacking Liam Rosenior.
Key points
- Hasselbaink warns of potential issues with Alonso's appointment
- Chelsea searching for a new head coach after sacking Rosenior
- Alonso's management style may conflict with club expectations
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âThe problem isâ â Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink highlights potential issue if Chelsea appoint Xabi Alonso
Chelsea could encounter a problem if they hire Xabi Alonso and donât allow him to manage how he wants to according to Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink.
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The Blues are yet again searching for another head coach having sacked Liam Rosenior last month, less than four months after appointing him.
Rosenior became the second head coach to exit Stamford Bridge this season, following the departure of Enzo Maresca in January.
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink on Xabi Alonso and Chelsea
Chelsea are believed to want their new head coach in place before the start of the World Cup next month, with there said to be a five or six man shortlist.
Xabi Alonso is reportedly the preferred candidate, whilst Andoni Iraola is said to be strong contender, with Chelsea also thought to have made checks on Marco Silva, Oliver Glasner and Filipe Luis.
Itâs been reported Chelsea have held positive initial conversations with Alonso, and heâs said to be open to managing in the Premier League.
If the Blues were able to appoint the Spaniard it would be seen as a real coup, but Hasselbaink has identified a potential problem.
Q&A
What potential issues did Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink mention regarding Xabi Alonso's appointment at Chelsea?
Hasselbaink highlighted that Chelsea could encounter problems if they don't allow Alonso to manage in his preferred style.
Why is Chelsea searching for a new head coach?
Chelsea is looking for a new head coach after sacking Liam Rosenior just four months into his tenure.
Who is Xabi Alonso and why is he being considered for Chelsea's head coach position?
Xabi Alonso is a former player and current manager being considered for Chelsea's head coach role due to his coaching credentials and experience.
