Timing took me to Chelsea rather than Liverpool - Alonso
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso says his arrival at Stamford Bridge instead of Liverpool was "about timings".
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"Well, it is about timings."
— Xabi Alonso , Athlete
Key People
Andoni Iraola is a football manager who was a target for Crystal Palace.
Arne Slot is a football manager who was previously in charge of Liverpool before being sacked.
Todd Boehly is a part-owner of Chelsea Football Club.
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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Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso says his arrival at Stamford Bridge instead of Liverpool was "about timings".
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