Can Chelsea go from 10th to title again?
With a new manager at the helm in Xabi Alonso, can Chelsea go from 10th to the Premier League title like they did a decade ago?
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Antonio Conte is an Italian football manager known for leading various top clubs and national teams.
Former manager of Chelsea Football Club.
Guus Hiddink is a Dutch football manager and former player.
Liam Rosenior is the head coach of Chelsea FC.
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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With a new manager at the helm in Xabi Alonso, can Chelsea go from 10th to the Premier League title like they did a decade ago?
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