Alonso wants to keep Fernandez at Chelsea
New Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso is unveiled at Stamford Bridge and says he wants to keep Enzo Fernandez at the club.
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"We have spoken. But, as you can understand, what we said will remain private."
— Xabi Alonso , Athlete
"For sure, that's a goal. But to reach that goal you have to do many things right."
— Xabi Alonso , Athlete
Key People
Alejandro Garnacho is a winger for Chelsea and the Argentina national team.
Andrey Santos is a player set to join Manchester United after an agreement with Chelsea.
A 25-year-old midfielder from Chelsea, Argentina.
Nicolas Jackson is a striker who plays for Chelsea.
Xabi Alonso is a former footballer and current manager known for his success in football both as a player and coach.
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New Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso is unveiled at Stamford Bridge and says he wants to keep Enzo Fernandez at the club.
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