Moises Caicedo has pledged to transform his game and become a more vocal presence at Chelsea to justify the unwavering support of manager Xabi Alonso. The Ecuador international made a successful return to the starting XI during the Blues' dominant victory over Bournemouth following a recent fitness struggle.
Jordan Henderson has been a divisive character at times over the course of his domestic and international career - mainly among supporters - but top managers such as Jurgen Klopp, Thomas Tuchel and Xabi Alonso all love him. Former Chelsea winger Pat Nevin has explained to GOAL why that is the case, with the ex-Liverpool captain having moved to Stamford Bridge as a free agent in 2026.
Are Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe preventing Real Madrid’s long-term success? Explosive comments from former members of the club’s coaching staff suggest so.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has lavished praise on summer arrival Morgan Rogers following his standout performance in the Blues' dominant victory over Bournemouth. The young attacker has quickly become a pivotal figure at Stamford Bridge despite a relentless schedule for both club and country.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso was full of praise for his side's tactical evolution following a commanding 5-1 victory over Bournemouth, singling out the immediate impact of veteran midfielder Jordan Henderson. The former Liverpool captain marked his home debut with a clinical brace, including a spectacular set-piece that left his manager beaming on the touchline.
Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso has voiced his admiration for Jordan Henderson’s professional standards following the veteran's integration into the first-team setup at Stamford Bridge. The former Liverpool captain made his debut during the recent clash against Brentford and has since spent the international break refining his tactical understanding under the Spanish manager.
Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso has expressed his delight at the return of Moises Caicedo ahead of this weekend’s Premier League meeting with Bournemouth. The Ecuadorian midfielder is set to feature at Stamford Bridge following a frustrating period on the sidelines with injury.
Xabi Alonso has robustly defended Cole Palmer after England manager Thomas Tuchel suggested the playmaker misses too many international matches. The Chelsea boss insisted Palmer remains fully committed to representing his country whenever fit.
Xabi Alonso has confirmed midfielder Moises Caicedo is fully fit to return against Bournemouth following an extended break. However, Chelsea suffered a blow with winger Jamie Gittens ruled out for several weeks due to an ankle injury.
Brazilian wonderkid Estevao has been advised to learn at Chelsea, rather than leave, with Carlton Cole telling GOAL why the 19-year-old still has areas of his game to work on. The South American forward, who generated plenty of excitement at Stamford Bridge last season, has found himself stuck on the bench of late - leading to inevitable transfer talk being sparked.
Xabi Alonso's Chelsea have scored freely, but they've also conceded 12 goals in five games, the most in the league, and the cracks showed in a 3-0 loss at Brentford. With a leaky defence, a midfield short on control after the Enzo Fernández and Andrey Santos sales, and a Rogers, Palmer and João Pedro attack that is a joy to watch, the team is gifted but lopsided. So what is Alonso actually building, and can he find the balance before the season slips away?
Former Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero has expressed his admiration for Chelsea playmaker Cole Palmer, describing the England international as spectacular. The Argentine legend also shared his thoughts on the recent arrivals at Stamford Bridge under manager Xabi Alonso, noting the importance of building a solid defensive structure to support an excellent attacking lineup.
