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Alonso backs Enzo Fernández as Man City interest lingers
Xabi Alonso has reaffirmed Enzo Fernández’s importance to Chelsea as the midfielder prepares for the Premier League opener, with Manchester City yet to turn their reported interest into a formal offer.
Premier League
Premier League enters new era after record summer of managerial change
Nine Premier League clubs will begin the 2026/27 season with managers appointed since the end of last term, marking an unprecedented level of summer turnover and reshaping the competitive landscape.
TEAM NEWS
Liam Delap handed Chelsea No.12 as striker trains away from main first-team group
Liam Delap will wear Chelsea’s No.12 shirt for the 2026-27 season after João Pedro took the No.9, with the striker also currently training away from Xabi Alonso’s main first-team group.
TRANSFER NEWS
Real Sociedad target Chelsea defender Mamadou Sarr for loan move
Real Sociedad are exploring a loan move for Chelsea defender Mamadou Sarr as they continue their search for a centre-back, with Al Hilal also reported to be interested in the 20-year-old.
TRANSFER NEWS
Benoît Badiashile undergoes Napoli medical after Chelsea loan agreement
Benoît Badiashile has arrived in Rome for medical tests after Napoli agreed a €3 million loan deal with Chelsea that includes a €27 million option to buy.
Transfer News
Nottingham Forest monitor Liam Delap as Chelsea striker favours Premier League stay
Nottingham Forest are among several Premier League clubs monitoring Liam Delap, with the Chelsea striker reportedly preferring to remain in England if he leaves Stamford Bridge this summer.
CHELSEA
Reece James handed midfield role as Xabi Alonso outlines Chelsea captain’s importance
Reece James made his first appearance of Chelsea’s pre-season in a central midfield role during the 3-1 win over Real Sociedad, with Xabi Alonso highlighting the captain’s versatility and importance to his plans.
TRANSFER NEWS
Napoli close in on Benoît Badiashile as Chelsea talks reach final stage
Napoli are closing in on a move for Chelsea defender Benoît Badiashile, with the clubs reportedly working to complete the remaining formalities and arrange a medical after reaching an agreement in principle.