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Chelsea closing in on appointing Alonso as next manager

Chelsea closing in on appointing Alonso as next manager

Summary

Chelsea Football Club is close to hiring Xabi Alonso as their new head coach. Alonso, a former player and manager, is expected to sign a four-year contract soon to replace the recently fired Liam Rosenior.

Key Facts

  • Xabi Alonso previously managed Real Madrid and Bayer Leverkusen.
  • Alonso is 44 years old and is expected to sign a four-year deal with Chelsea.
  • Chelsea began searching for a new manager after sacking Liam Rosenior last month.
  • Other candidates considered included Andoni Iraola, Marco Silva, and Oliver Glasner.
  • Alonso is the preferred candidate and talks are almost finished.
  • Chelsea waited to announce the new coach until after the FA Cup final against Manchester City.
  • Alonso left Real Madrid in January after less than eight months in charge.
  • He won the Bundesliga title and German Cup with Bayer Leverkusen before joining Real Madrid as manager.
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