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EPL: Chelsea to announce Xabi Alonso as new manager on Sunday
Former Spain midfielder, Xabi Alonso, is expected to be announced on Sunday and will begin his new role on July 1.
According to GiveMeSport, Alonso will carry the title of ‘manager’ not head coach.
This is in recognition of his experience and track record, including winning the Bundesliga with Leverkusen.
Alonso is viewed as calm, tactical and capable of improving the culture at Stamford Bridge.
There is an acknowledgement within Chelsea they had to get this appointment right as well as that mistakes have been made this season. Lessons have been learned.
The objective remains getting the club back to competing for the biggest honours, and back in the Champions League.
Alonso will work extremely closely with the sporting directors and owners including in recruitment and squad planning.
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