Courtois backs Alonso: confident he will achieve great things with Chelsea

Belgian goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has praised the abilities of Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso, affirming his confidence in the Spanish coach's capacity to achieve great successes with the English team in the upcoming period.

Thibaut Courtois said of Alonso: "I am sure he will achieve great accomplishments with Chelsea," in a clear message of support for the coach who has begun his mission with the Blues amid high hopes of building a team capable of competing in various competitions.

Thibaut Courtois spoke about the problem Chelsea are facing, pointing out a similarity with what his team is experiencing, saying: "They need to address the same issue we are somewhat struggling with, which is that we allow the opponent to create many chances against us."

Courtois added: "I see that they have the same problem as well, but I am sure that once the team settles and things improve, everything will be fine," emphasizing that team stability and improved defensive performance will give Alonso and his squad the chance to show their true potential throughout the season.