WIRE — Chelsea have identified another defender to sign for their manager, Xabi Alonso. The Premier League West London club recently signed defender Marco Palestra from Atalanta after they spent last season on loan at Cagliari. Chelsea are eager to strengthen their backline after appointing Alonso as their new manager ahead of the upcoming 2026/27 season. Alonso EPL: Chelsea identify another defender to sign for Alonso
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