Timing took me to Chelsea rather than Liverpool – Alonso

Alonso on Chelsea Move: “It’s About Timings!”

Xabi Alonso, Chelsea’s new manager, says his decision came down to “timings.” The 44-year-old, who started work last week, used his first press conference to confirm his intent to keep Enzo Fernandez at the club. A big challenge awaits at Stamford Bridge, a club he hopes to lead to success.

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