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Xabi Alonso agrees deal in principle to become Chelsea manager
Former Real Madrid manager is Chelsea’s first choice
TL;DR
- Chelsea has reached an agreement in principle with Xabi Alonso for a four-year contract.
- Alonso is Chelsea's preferred candidate after leading Bayer Leverkusen to the Bundesliga title.
- The club is undergoing a rebuild after a turbulent campaign and a series of managerial changes.
- Alonso is expected to have significant influence over signings, focusing on experienced players.
- Former Liverpool, Bayern Munich, and Madrid midfielder Alonso has been on Chelsea's radar for three years.