Mail Sport detail when Chelsea will make official Xabi Alonso announcement
Chelsea are expected to officially announce Xabi Alonso as their new manager on Sunday morning, following an agreement in principle after their FA Cup final loss to Manchester City. Alonso has reportedly signed a four-year contract and will take up the title of manager, beginning his role on July 1st. The appointment is seen as a significant coup for the club, with hopes he will bring success after his strong record at Bayer Leverkusen and Real Madrid.
- ▪Chelsea are expected to announce Xabi Alonso as their next manager on Sunday morning.
- ▪Alonso has agreed to a four-year contract and will hold the title of manager, not head coach.
- ▪Alonso will begin his role on July 1st and had previous success at Bayer Leverkusen and Real Madrid.
- ▪Andoni Iraola was considered Chelsea's second choice for the managerial position.
- ▪There is a possibility Alonso could attend Chelsea's final home game against Tottenham on Tuesday night.
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