Sourav Mahanty has been a sports writer for more than a decade with experience across platforms like Sports Illustrated, FanSided, Athlon Sports, Roundtable and other leading publications. His work has been featured on Bleacher Report and NewsNow as well. Sourav holds a Master's degree in English from Amity University.
Over the past three days, there has been plenty of talk regarding Xabi Alonso and Chelsea. The situation seems to have moved forward. The Spaniard is now widely viewed as the top choice of the Blues hierarchy. That being said, journalists have continued to maintain that nothing has been done yet. And as long as […]
Chelsea have been heavily linked with Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola, who is set to leave this summer. He is believed to be the alternative if the Blues fail to bring in Xabi Alonso. And now, it looks like they are seriously considering a move for one of the Cherries’ midfielders as well. Bournemouth have been […]
Judging by the reports that have come out over the last few days, it is quite clear that Chelsea view Xabi Alonso as the first-choice to become the next manager of the club. After the disappointments of the past four seasons, BlueCo will know that they need to get this next appointment correct. Out of […]
There has been a lot of positivity around the Xabi Alonso to Chelsea situation over the last few days. Some reports have even suggested that the Spaniard has already been loosely interviewed and has impressed people with his ideas. Also, Arne Slot sounds convinced that he will remain Liverpool manager next season. All of that […]
The summer transfer window is still some time away. Before Chelsea start making fresh signings, they need to get the managerial situation sorted first. Xabi Alonso is the frontrunner. But Andoni Iraola is very much in the running as well. Whoever it is that gets the job is expected to have more of a say […]
After 48 hours or so of constant Xabi Alonso news, things seem to have settled down a bit. Of course, the Spanish manager is still going to be the primary topic when it comes to the talk surrounding Chelsea. But now, some of the focus is back on the transfer market as well. Chelsea need […]
It is very clear that a large section of the Chelsea fanbase would like to see Xabi Alonso as the manager of the club next season. Talks have been held with the Spaniard’s camp already. They are believed to have been positive as well. But there is one feeling that many seem to be struggling […]
It is very clear that Chelsea need to strengthen their defence this summer. In fact, reports have suggested that if Xabi Alonso gets the job, one of his priorities will be to bring in two centre-backs. That is understandable considering how shaky the Blues have looked at the back this season. Chelsea do have plenty […]
Chelsea will be looking to win the FA Cup final this weekend when they take on Manchester City. They will be heavy underdogs on the occasion though. After what we have seen over the past four years under BlueCo, it is hard to back the Blues in these kinds of games. In fact, they have […]
Pep Guardiola raised a lot of eyebrows when he named the likes of Erling Haaland, Rayan Cherki and Jeremy Doku on the bench for the game against Crystal Palace. Those are three of Manchester City’s most vital players. And with the club still in the Premier League title race, that was a bold move. The […]
Chelsea are believed to be in talks with Xabi Alonso’s camp over a move. There have even been suggestions that they have already interviewed the Spaniard and have been impressed with the project that he has presented. Now, it remains to be seen if they can get the deal over the line and appoint him […]
With how little success Chelsea have had under BlueCo over the past four seasons, many fans have been left worried about how much pull the club still have when it comes to attracting players. But the Blues have been an institution in the game for decades now. A little down period is not going to […]
