Alonso 'privileged' to lead Chelsea in 'most competitive league in the world'
Xabi Alonso has been appointed as the new manager of Chelsea FC ahead of the 2026-27 Premier League season. Alonso expressed his excitement for the challenge, describing the Premier League as the most competitive in the world.
Why it matters
Chelsea is a major global football club, and this managerial change impacts the competitive landscape of the English Premier League.
Alonso 'privileged' to lead Chelsea in 'most competitive league in the world' Xabi Alonso is preparing for his first Premier League season in charge of Chelsea, and he anticipates a challenging campaign. Xabi Alonso believes the Premier League is "the most competitive league in the world" as he prepares to lead Chelsea into the 2026-27 season.
The 44-year-old was named Chelsea manager at the end of last season, which saw interim boss Calum McFarlane take charge of their run-in following Liam Rosenior's sacking.
Alonso, meanwhile, parted ways with Real Madrid back in January, despite winning 24 of his 34 games in charge of the LaLiga giants (D4 L6).
Nevertheless, the Spaniard is excited to lead his side, which has been bolstered by the arrivals of Marco Palestra and Geovany Quenda, into the Premier League.
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