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Chelsea are said to be pushing for the appointment of Xabi Alonso and are in talks with the Spaniard \u2013 but what does Chelsea\u2019s squad think about the potential arrival of Alonso?<\/strong><\/p>\n

It has now been three weeks since Chelsea confirmed they had sacked Liam Rosenior, after a humiliating 3-0 defeat to his old side Brighton at The Amex. Many reports surrounding his exit have since emerged.<\/p>\n

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The main reason for his sacking is that Rosenior struggled to get the Chelsea squad onside. Rosenior\u2019s inexperience as both a player and a manager didn\u2019t help. One player nicknamed him a \u2018supply teacher\u2019.<\/p>\n

That has led to Chelsea pursuing a manager who not only has experience at the top level, but one with a CV impressive enough to earn the trust of Chelsea\u2019s playing staff. That changes with Xabi Alonso.<\/p>\n

What the Chelsea squad are believed to think about Alonso<\/h2>\n

Alonso would arrive at Chelsea with a stunning CV as a player and a burgeoning reputation in the dugout. A stunning stint at Leverkusen included a league title and an unbeaten season during the 2023-24 season.<\/p>\n

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His 24 wins in 34 as Real Madrid manager is often overlooked due to his sacking, after a fall-out with the club\u2019s biggest players. Thibaut Courtois has since said that wasn\u2019t the case, but no smoke without fire.<\/p>\n

According to The Times, Chelsea have held talks with Alonso and want to appoint the Spaniard. One reason is that it is \u2018believed\u2019 that Alonso would command respect from the Chelsea dressing room.<\/p>\n

That would make Alonso an immediate improvement on Rosenior, simply by having his players onside. For example, Rosenior said Estevao had told him he didn\u2019t even know he was a professional player.<\/p>\n

Alonso\u2019s stance on taking the Chelsea job<\/h2>\n

There have been a few differing reports on whether Alonso is keen on taking the job. Initially, it was claimed that former Liverpool, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, and Sociedad star Alonso was keen to join.<\/p>\n

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However, on Tuesday, reports emerged that Alonso is delaying a response to Chelsea because he is waiting to see if Liverpool sack Arne Slot. David Ornstein reports that Liverpool are sticking with Slot.<\/p>\n

So, while Alonso may prefer the Liverpool job, the Reds have decided not to pursue Alonso and that means Chelsea should have a free run at the classy gaffer. Whether they do a deal, remains to be seen.<\/p>\n

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