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Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea reportedly target Victor Osimhen as stellar striker amid Joao Pedro links with Barcelona

With the arrival of Xabi Alonso, Chelsea appear to be preparing for another busy transfer window, especially as João Pedro continues to be strongly linked with a move to Barcelona. In response, the Blues are reportedly targeting Victor Osimhen as their marquee signing to reinforce the attack.
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/ 2 days ago

Xabi Alonso’s arrival reportedly shifts Chelsea transfer plan ahead of the 2026-27 season

Following the dismissals of Enzo Maresca and Liam Rosenior, Chelsea have appointed Xabi Alonso as their new head coach for the 2026–27 season. As part of the terms of his appointment, the Spaniard has reportedly helped reshape the team’s transfer strategy, boosting the squad’s competitiveness.
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/ 5 days ago

Xabi Alonso reportedly gains Chelsea players’ strong support, emerging as the head coach front-runner candidate

Despite having a very promising project, Chelsea have struggled to find consistency, enduring a disappointing season. Following this, Xabi Alonso is reportedly gaining support from the Blues players, emerging as the favorite candidate for the head coach spot.
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/ 10 days ago

Iker Casillas would rather have Xabi Alonso back than José Mourinho as Real Madrid manager

Iker Casillas prefers Xabi Alonso back than Jose Mourinho as Real Madrid manager.
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/ 43 days ago

Vinicius Jr. reveals issues with Xabi Alonso at Real Madrid: ‘I didn’t click with him the way he wanted’

Although Xabi Alonso had emerged as the ideal solution for Real Madrid, he ultimately ended up being dismissed amid reported dressing room issues. In response, Vinicius Jr. revealed that he had problems with the former head coach during his time at the club.
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/ 71 days ago

Xabi Alonso seems to be finding a way out of Real Madrid reportedly nearing agreement with a Premier League side

Xabi Alonso was expected to be the undisputed leader of Real Madrid, but the team’s poor performances led to his dismissal shortly after his arrival. Despite this, he seems to be finding his path again, as he is reportedly close to reaching an agreement with a Premier League side.
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/ 77 days ago

Alvaro Arbeloa could be facing major pressure as his Real Madrid situation reportedly shifts after poor results

Following the solid start of Alvaro Arbeloa’s tenure at Real Madrid, he seemd on his way to being the solution to the team’s problems. Nevertheless, the coach has strung together a series of setbacks that have supposedly changed his continuity at the club.
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/ 97 days ago

Arne Slot delivers bold take on his potential dismissal from Liverpool: ‘The circumstances are sometimes taken into account’

Despite their multimillion-dollar signings, Liverpool have struggled to deliver their best performance this season. Consequently, several reports have questioned Arne Slot's future, leading him to address the situation with a strong statement.
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/ 106 days ago

Xabi Alonso's future may not only lie in Liverpool, as the Spaniard reportedly joins a short list for top Premier League job

Following his departure from Real Madrid, Xabi Alonso has attracted the attention of Liverpool, who reportedly view him as an ideal candidate. However, the Spaniard has also joined a short list of managers being considered to take charge of a major Premier League club.
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/ 114 days ago

Arne Slot’s tenure may already be decided as Liverpool reportedly move to line up a new head coach for 2026-27

Although Arne Slot led Liverpool to the Premier League title last season, the coach is not having the best season with the team, stringing together a series of poor results. Given this, his future is uncertain, as the Reds have reportedly contacted another coach ahead of the 2026-27 season.
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/ 118 days ago

Five-time Champions League winner Gareth Bale delivers bold take on Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid failure: 'You have to pamper the egos’

Although Xabi Alonso seemed to be the solution for Real Madrid, he was dismissed from the team just over six months after his arrival. In response, five-time Champions League winner Gareth Bale gave his strong opinion on the reasons that led to the Spanish coach's dismissal.
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/ 119 days ago

Xabi Alonso’s future could take surprising turn: Ex-Real Madrid coach reportedly targets top Premier League move

After his departure from Real Madrid, many expected Xabi Alonso to take a break from the pitch. However, it appears his future might take an unexpected turn, with strong speculation about a potential move to a major Premier League team.
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/ 123 days ago

Kylian Mbappé makes key decision at Real Madrid after rushing back from knee injury reportedly to save Xabi Alonso

After rushing back from his knee injury in order to reportedly save Xabi Alonso's position as Real Madrid head coach, Kylian Mbappé took a key decision on the recovery of his knee injury.
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/ 124 days ago

Vinícius Jr. takes on new role at Real Madrid under coach Álvaro Arbeloa after Xabi Alonso’s dismissal

After Xabi Alonso's departure, Vinícius Junior has taken over a new role at Real Madrid under new coach Álvaro Arbeloa.
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/ 125 days ago

Jude Bellingham breaks silence on rumors of strained relationship with former Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso

With rumors rising over a broken relationship with former head coach Xabi Alonso, Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham decided to break the silence the day after the Spaniard's dismissal.