Chelsea legend Joe Cole said he was surprised by Alonso's appointment, argued the Blues need a manager rather than a head coach, and suggested signing two free agents in the summer window.
Fabrizio Romano has posted his trademark 'here we go' confirmation that Argentine midfielder Valentín Barco will join Chelsea from Strasbourg, becoming the first signing of the Xabi Alonso era.
The Blues have appointed Xabi Alonso as head coach on a four-year contract, with the Spaniard set to take charge on July 1. Chelsea could sign three or four players in the summer transfer window, with Victor Osimhen and João Pedro among the leading targets.
Ornstein reports Chelsea are in talks with Alonso, while Iraola and Silva remain in the frame as the manager search remains unresolved.
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