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Xabi Alonso
Athlete
Xabi Alonso is a former footballer and current manager known for his success in football both as a player and coach.
Notable Quotes
"Well, it is about timings."View Story →
"We have spoken. But, as you can understand, what we said will remain private."View Story →
"For sure, that's a goal. But to reach that goal you have to do many things right."View Story →
Related Stories
Timing took me to Chelsea rather than Liverpool - Alonso
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso says his arrival at Stamford Bridge instead of Liverpool was "about timings".
July 13, 2026Alonso wants to keep Fernandez at Chelsea
New Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso is unveiled at Stamford Bridge and says he wants to keep Enzo Fernandez at the club.
July 13, 2026Chelsea announce £40m Quenda signing
Chelsea announce the signing of Sporting winger Geovany Quenda in a deal worth £40m.
July 8, 2026Xhaka set to stay at Sunderland despite Chelsea interest
Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka is set to stay at the club this summer, despite interest from Chelsea.
July 3, 2026The small Basque club that produced Arteta, Alonso and Iraola
The Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool managers all began their football journeys in the Basque region
July 1, 2026Chelsea in talks to sign Sunderland's Xhaka
Sunderland say experienced midfielder Granit Xhaka is not for sale amid reports Chelsea have entered talks over a move.
June 27, 2026