Xabi Alonso Leads Chelsea Training in Australia
Summary
Xabi Alonso is fully engaged in Chelsea’s pre-season training tour in Australia, impressing players with his coaching style and hands-on drills. He says the move to Stamford Bridge felt right, while Chelsea continues strengthening the squad with new signings and leadership-focused additions.
Key Points
- Xabi Alonso is leading Chelsea’s training sessions in Australia as the club prepares for a pre-season tour match against Spurs.
- He reflected on his path from player to coach, his success with Bayer Leverkusen, and the reasons behind joining Chelsea after leaving Real Madrid.
- Chelsea are also working on squad changes, including new signings and experienced players such as Morgan Rogers, Marco Palestra, Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson.
- Alonso says Chelsea still has work to do, especially in building culture, balance, and leadership within the squad.
