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What Xabi Alonso will have learned from Chelsea's FA Cup final defeat

Two players will have made an early good impression on the new manager - and two will have not

Evening Standard

Why Chelsea hired Xabi Alonso - and the key change agreed for summer transfer window

Xabi Alonso will be granted greater powers than many of his predecessors - starting straight away

Evening Standard

Three Red Flags Xabi Alonso Brings to Chelsea From Real Madrid, Bayer Leverkusen

The former Real Madrid boss is taking his talents—and shortcomings—to west London.

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Former Arsenal captain explains why Xabi Alonso is a better coach than Mikel Arteta

Childhood friends set to face off next season in the Premier League after Chelsea job confirmed

Evening Standard

Xabi Alonso coup shows Chelsea and BlueCo now see the value of aura

The former Real Madrid manager’s desire to sign and create mentality monsters breaks with previous club policy

The Guardian - UK

When Is Xabi Alonso’s First Game As Chelsea Manager?

Chelsea still have to play Tottenham and Sunderland in the Premier League this season.

Sports Illustrated

Ronda Rousey beats Gina Carano in 15 seconds to seal dream ending to MMA career

MMA trailblazers faced off in Netflix extravaganza

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Why Liverpool did not appoint Xabi Alonso as new Arne Slot sack decision made

Chelsea have swooped to snap up the former Reds midfielder as their new manager

Evening Standard

Xabi Alonso’s Record Against Chelsea As a Player During Fierce Liverpool Rivalry

Xabi Alonso was confirmed as Chelsea’s new manager the day after their FA Cup final defeat to Manchester City.

Sports Illustrated

Xabi Alonso Lists Three Key Objectives After Official Chelsea Appointment

The former Real Madrid and Bayer Leverkusen boss has become the sixth permanent manager during the BlueCo regime in west London.

Sports Illustrated

‘Immense pride’: Xabi Alonso confimed as Chelsea manager

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The Independent UK

When is Xabi Alonso's first game as Chelsea manager?

First opponent has already been confirmed with an early derby scheduled

Evening Standard

Xabi Alonso confirmed as Chelsea manager on four-year contract

Xabi Alonso said: ‘It fills me with immense pride to become manager of this great club,’ after Chelsea confirmed his appointment

The Guardian - UK

Xabi Alonso outlines three aims in first words as Chelsea manager

New Blues manager also lifted lid on talks with club bosses

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The Independent UK

Xabi Alonso appointed Chelsea manager on four-year deal

The former Real Madrid boss succeeds Liam Rosenior.

Evening Standard

Chelsea announce Xabi Alonso appointment on a four-year contract as start date confirmed

Former Real Madrid boss will take over the reins at Stamford Bridge on July 1

Evening Standard

Xabi Alonso 'confirms' Chelsea new manager appointment ahead of official announcement

Incoming new manager has jumped the gun

The Independent UK

Pep Guardiola puts FA Cup celebrations on ice as Man City shift focus to league

City completed a cup double after a superb late goal from Antoine Semenyo gave them a 1-0 win over Chelsea.

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Sports Illustrated

Chelsea Strike ‘Total Agreement’ With Xabi Alonso to Revive Floundering Blues

The 44-year-old is tipped to become Liam Rosenior’s permanent replacement.

Sports Illustrated

Alvaro Arbeloa Contradicts Kylian Mbappe to Add More Fire to Brewing Feud

The Spanish boss claims he had already spoken to Mbappé about the issues made public on Thursday.

The Independent UK

FA Cup final shows contrast between Chelsea and Manchester City – but where do the clubs go from here?

Chelsea 0-1 Man City: Antoine Semenyo’s slick backheel secured another title for Pep Guardiola’s FA Cup winners who look set for another season under his leadership

The Independent UK

Xabi Alonso announced as new Chelsea manager after signing long-term deal

The former Real Madrid and Bayer Leverkusen boss will take over this summer hoping to lead Chelsea back to contention among the biggest honours in the game

The Guardian - UK

Xabi Alonso agrees deal in principle to become Chelsea manager

Chelsea are on the verge of appointing Xabi Alonso after reaching an agreement in principle with the Spaniard to become their manager

Evening Standard

Xabi Alonso: Chelsea reach agreement to appoint former Real Madrid manager with announcement imminent

Blues closing in on a successor for Liam Rosenior

Sports Illustrated

Real Madrid’s Chaotic Few Weeks End With Blockbuster Jose Mourinho ‘Agreement’

A new era led by a familiar face awaits at the Bernabéu.

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