“We have looked” – Alonso confirms Chelsea free agent rumours are true
Xabi Alonso has made an admission about Chelsea’s midfield situation and the rumours that they had looked at free agents to come in.If you enjoy Talk Chelsea coverage and want to see more of it, add...
Chelsea’s midfielder shortage has been highlighted by Xabi Alonso’s comments following an embarged press conference. The club’s interest in signing free agents to bolster their midfield has been confirmed by Alonso. However, the Blues ultimately decided against making any emergency signings. Moises Caicedo’s injury and Enzo Fernandez’s departure on deadline day have left Chelsea in a tight spot.
Alonso also confirmed that Arsenal’s strong midfield performance had exposed Chelsea’s vulnerability. Despite the setback, Alonso expressed satisfaction with the club’s decision to prioritize injury recovery over signing additional players. The midfielder shortage is particularly concerning for Estevao, who has seen limited playing time due to Chelsea’s depleted midfield.
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