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Ex-Real Madrid Coach Xabi Alonso Set to Take Chelsea Job: AP Source
Chelsea reached an agreement in principle with Xabi Alonso to become the club's next permanent manager, reportedly finalizing a four-year deal to take over this summer.
Following the departures of Enzo Maresca and Liam Rosenior, the west London outfit sought a permanent manager to stabilize a turbulent 2025-26 season at Stamford Bridge.
Last week, the Spaniard visited London to advance contract talks, beating out Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola after Liverpool confirmed Arne Slot would remain their manager.
Alonso will receive input on the summer transfer window to reshape a squad that won just one of its last 11 league matches while sitting ninth in the table.
The 44-year-old faces immediate pressure to deliver results, with the club's hierarchy watching closely after the team's 1-0 FA Cup final defeat to Manchester City on Saturday.
Nekadašnji footballer, and sada coach Ćabi Alonso bio them without angažman from januar meseca, each of them sporazumno prekinuo saradnju are Real Madridom.