Alonso says new Chelsea signing has influential ‘aura’
Xabi Alonso has said new signing Emi Martinez has brought an influential aura to Chelsea.Martinez made his Chelsea debut as the Blues won 4-3 against Brighton on Sunday, after joining from Aston Villa...
Xabi Alonso has praised Emi Martinez's influence on Chelsea. The 33-year-old goalkeeper, who joined the Premier League club from Aston Villa in a £7.5m deal, has already made an impact. Martinez made his debut in Chelsea's 4-3 win against Brighton, having been welcomed into the squad by his new manager. Alonso is confident that Martinez, a World Cup winner with Argentina and a Europa League champion with Villa, will be a leader in the young team.
The experienced Spaniard believes that Martinez has a positive connection with his teammates, and his presence is already felt. "He has this charisma, this aura to influence and have a very positive connection with the rest of the team," Alonso said.
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