🔵 It's official, Xabi Alonso is Chelsea's new manager | OneFootball

Chelsea Football Club has officially announced the appointment of Xabi Alonso as its new head coach.

The Spanish coach will take charge on a permanent basis from next July 1, 2026, after reaching a historic agreement that will keep him at the London club for the next four seasons at Stamford Bridge.

The British board based its decision on the Basque manager’s excellent track record, leadership, and playing style.

Alonso arrives in the Premier League with a spotless reputation following his time at Real Madrid and his historic spell at Bayer Leverkusen, the team he guided to its first-ever unbeaten Bundesliga title.

"Chelsea is one of the biggest clubs in the world, and it fills me with immense pride to become its head coach," the former footballer said at his official unveiling.

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