It is officially confirmed! The champion coach of Leverkusen has signed a contract with Premier League side Chelsea. Xabi Alonso will take charge of the London club starting next season. According to the announcement made on Sunday, the Spanish tactician will begin his duties on July 1st, having signed a four-year deal with the club. This was reported by Goal.com reports .
"Chelsea is one of the biggest clubs in world football, and I am extremely proud to be appointed as the head coach of this magnificent team," said Alonso. He emphasized that he shares the same goals with the club's owners and sporting management. The new coach sees his main task as making the team highly competitive and fighting for trophies.
Having won the domestic league and cup with Bayer Leverkusen in 2024, Xabi Alonso is expected to put an end to the instability at Chelsea. Last season, the Londoners had to work with managers like Enzo Maresca, Liam Rosenior, and Calum McFarlane. Now, the club's board is placing its trust in the Spanish tactician for a long-term project.
Xabi Alonso is no stranger to Premier League fans. During his playing career, he played for Liverpool from 2004 to 2009 and knows the environment of English football well. Now, as a coach, he will take steps toward new victories at Stamford Bridge.
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