New Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso is making his first major decisions regarding the team's future. According to Marca, the Spanish tactician has identified five players from the current squad as the core pillars of his project.
According to the source, Alonso has deemed defenders Reece James, Marc Cucurella, and Tosin Adarabioyo, as well as midfielders Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez, as "untouchable." These players are considered key figures in the team the new manager intends to build.
For Xabi Alonso, these players are not only key performers on the pitch but also individuals expected to show leadership within the squad. The Spanish coach expects them to set an example for the rest of the team and help shape the spirit of the new project.
It is noted that Chelsea will not consider any offers for these five players. This means the club has no intention of selling them in the near future. Alonso plans to rebuild the team specifically around these individuals.
As a reminder, it was officially announced on May 17, 2026, that Xabi Alonso had been appointed as the new head coach of Chelsea. The "Blues" statement emphasized that the 44-year-old would work in a manager capacity, granting him broader powers than a traditional head coach role.
In short, Xabi Alonso has begun a new era at Chelsea. Reece James, Cucurella, Adarabioyo, Caicedo, and Enzo Fernandez will occupy central roles in his project. The "rebuild" mode is now activated in London — and this time, the foundation is clear.
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