A Tough Mission Awaits Xabi Alonso at Chelsea

The Athletic newspaper highlighted the complex challenges that may face Xabi Alonso after taking over the managerial role at Chelsea, considering that the recent FA Cup final clearly revealed the extent of the problems faced by the London team.

The report explained that Chelsea has one of the youngest squads in the Premier League, with only two players in the main list over the age of 26, which necessitates a manager with a strong personality and a great ability to impose discipline and manage the locker room.

The report also pointed out that the discipline crisis has become one of the most concerning issues within the club, whether through the high number of red cards the team received this season or through some off-field issues, which have been associated with Enzo Fernandez in recent times.

The newspaper also touched on Alonso’s previous experience with Real Madrid, confirming that this phase raised questions about his ability to manage star-studded locker rooms, after facing difficulties in imposing his personality within the Spanish club.

Despite Chelsea's significant economic power, in addition to the emerging talents from the club's academy, The Athletic stressed that the success of the sports project does not solely depend on the manager, but also on having a clear administrative vision and stability within the club, warning that the continuation of the current state of confusion will make the task difficult for any technical staff.

The report concluded by indicating that Xabi Alonso's potential move to Chelsea seems a risky step for both parties, especially in light of the London club spending nearly two billion pounds in recent years without achieving technical stability or the expected results.