XABI ALONSO

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Xabi Alonso fumes as Chelsea fall flat against Sunderland

Xabi Alonso was left frustrated by Chelsea's lack of creativity and attacking quality after they suffered a disappointing 1-0 defeat to Sunderland in the Premier League on Sunday.

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Alonso tells Cole Palmer to ignore England snub and 'deliver' for Chelsea

Xabi Alonso has urged Cole Palmer to put England's latest international snub behind him and concentrate on producing his best football for Chelsea.

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Chelsea face Joao Pedro absence, Jordan Henderson closes in on return

Chelsea will be hoping to build on their victory over Manchester United when they travel to face Sunderland, although Xabi Alonso continues to contend with several significant injury concerns.

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Xabi Alonso: Chelsea never considered Cole Palmer moving to Man Utd

Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso has insisted Cole Palmer's future at Stamford Bridge was never in doubt, dismissing suggestions that the England international was close to joining Manchester United.

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'Este will have his moment' - Alonso backs Estevao to make his Chelsea impact

Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso has promised teenage forward Estevao will play an important role this season despite his limited opportunities in the first team.

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Xabi Alonso urges Chelsea to move on after Liverpool shootout heartbreak

Xabi Alonso has urged Chelsea to put their Carabao Cup disappointment behind them and focus on Saturday's Premier League clash with Manchester United after their fourth-round exit at Liverpool.