Xabi Alonso

Born: November 25, 1981

Height: 6' 0" (183cm)

Hometown: Tolosa, Spain
Nationality: Spain Spanish

Position: Defensive midfielder
Xabi Alonso
© df11faces.com
Career History
Senior2000-2004Real Sociedad
→ 2000-2001Eibar (loan)
2004-2009Liverpool
2009-2014Real Madrid
2014-2017Bayern Munich
International2003-2014Spain
Managerial2022-2025Bayer Leverkusen
2025-Real Madrid
Sports Mole has 1,964 articles about Xabi Alonso. Articles 1 to 40:
Chelsea's Joao Pedro celebrates with teammates on July 28, 2026
Preview:Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's pre-season clash between Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
20:56
 Chelsea owners Behdad Eghbali and Todd Boehly in March 2026.
Chelsea transfer news: Josh Acheampong update as Premier League club 'interested' in loan
A Premier League club reportedly expresses an interest in signing Chelsea defender Josh Achemapong on a season-long loan deal.
Jul 29, 15:00
 Jordan Henderson for England, on July 18, 2026
Chelsea transfer news: Jordan Henderson, Brentford in double statement to react to Blues links
Brentford and midfielder Jordan Henderson both release statements to react to speculation linking the England international with a transfer to Chelsea.
Jul 29, 14:50
 Chelsea's Liam Delap celebrates after the game on November 25, 2025
Everton 'lead' four Premier League rivals in race for Chelsea striker Liam Delap
Everton are reportedly leading the race for Chelsea striker Liam Delap, who is also attracting interest from Leeds United and Newcastle United.
Jul 29, 12:22
 Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso looks on during the match on July 28, 2026
Chelsea pre-season report: Who has impressed? What have we learned about Xabi Alonso after Western Sydney Wanderers opener?
After Chelsea's 10-goal thriller with Western Sydney Wanderers on Tuesday, Sports Mole takes a look at who impressed against the A-League club.
Jul 29, 11:22
 Chelsea transfer news today: July 29
Chelsea transfer news today: Done deals, live updates and rumours - July 29
Sports Mole brings you the latest Chelsea transfer news on July 29, including done deals, live updates and rumours.
Jul 29, 05:43
 Danny Welbeck of Brighton & Hove Albion celebrates scoring against West Ham United, on December 30, 2025
Chelsea transfer news: Blues 'learn' Danny Welbeck deal outcome after Brighton & Hove Albion talks
Chelsea reportedly learn whether Brighton & Hove Albion are prepared to part ways with Danny Welbeck during the summer transfer window.
Jul 28, 21:27
 Jordan Henderson for England, on July 18, 2026
Chelsea transfer news: Jordan Henderson's 'agreement' with Brentford revealed as Xabi Alonso addresses key problem
Jordan Henderson has been linked to Chelsea, and the latest report reveals the details of an agreement as Xabi Alonso looks to address a key problem in his squad.
Jul 28, 17:58
 Jordan Henderson and Danny Welbeck pictured on February 21, 2026
Why do Chelsea want Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson?
Sports Mole examines Chelsea's interest in signing Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson and explains why the club appear to have changed their transfer policy.
Jul 28, 16:45
 Chelsea midfielder Romeo Lavia in May 2026.
Chelsea injury news: Romeo Lavia update provided by Xabi Alonso after 10-goal Western Sydney Wanderers thriller
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso provides an update on the fitness of Romeo Lavia after he failed to make an appearance against Western Sydney Wanderers on Tuesday.
Jul 28, 15:27
 Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso looks on during the match on July 28, 2026
Chelsea news: Xabi Alonso reacts to 10-goal Western Sydney Wanderers thriller, Jordan Henderson, Danny Welbeck talks
Xabi Alonso reacts to Chelsea's thrilling 6-4 victory over Western Sydney Wanderers, as well as the club being linked with Jordan Henderson and Danny Welbeck.
Jul 28, 14:17
 Chelsea's Joao Pedro celebrates with teammates on July 28, 2026
Chelsea 6-4 Western Sydney Wanderers: Highlights, man of the match as Joao Pedro shows Brazil what they missed in Alonso's first game
Joao Pedro nets a quickfire hat-trick as Xabi Alonso starts his Chelsea tenure with a thrilling 6-4 win against Western Sydney Wanderers.
Jul 28, 13:09
 Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso, on July 13, 2026
Chelsea team news: Xabi Alonso names youthful XI as Blues face Western Sydney Wanderers in pre-season friendly
Xabi Alonso names his first Chelsea XI as the Premier League club face Western Sydney Wanderers in a pre-season friendly in Australia.
Jul 28, 09:42
 Chelsea transfer news today: July 28
Chelsea transfer news today: Done deals, live updates and rumours - July 28
Sports Mole brings you the latest Chelsea transfer news today, including done deals, live updates and rumours.
Jul 28, 08:53
 Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso, on July 13, 2026
Chelsea transfer news: Xabi Alonso 'targets' former Real Madrid player as Cucurella replacement
Marc Cucurella's departure has left a significant hole in Chelsea's squad. The Spanish World Cup winner was one of the best players in the world in his position in recent seasons.
Jul 28, 07:29
 Danny Welbeck of Brighton & Hove Albion celebrates scoring against West Ham United, on December 30, 2025
Chelsea transfer news: Fabrizio Romano clarifies Xabi Alonso and veterans' stance in 'major update' ahead of first pre-season game
Fabrizio Romano confirms that Chelsea are locked in direct talks to sign two surprise veteran free-agent and compensation targets as Xabi Alonso prioritises dressing room leadership.
Jul 28, 00:29
 Xabi Alonso, BlueCo composite
Chelsea transfer news: BlueCo admitting mistakes, 'working' on second incredible deal for England veteran
BlueCo seemingly continue to acknowledge their past mistakes as Chelsea 'work' on deal for second England veteran in the space of a few hours.
Jul 27, 21:27
 Xabi Alonso as Real Madrid manager in January 2026.
Chelsea transfer news: Remarkable BlueCo shift as deal for 35-year-old England international being 'explored'
Chelsea are allegedly 'exploring' the possibility of signing a 35-year-old England international.
Jul 27, 14:13
 Chelsea youngster Mahdi Nicoll-Jazuli in August 2025.
Chelsea news: Mahdi Nicoll-Jazuli praised by Xabi Alonso ahead of Western Sydney Wanderers friendly
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso heaps praises on one of the club's starlets ahead of Tuesday's friendly with Western Sydney Wanderers, claiming that he has "special qualities".
Jul 27, 11:07
 Manager of Chelsea Xabi Alonso, on July 13, 2026
Chelsea transfer news: Xabi Alonso speaks on squad numbers, hints at open-mindedness to size
Xabi Alonso suggests that he is open-minded to the size of this season's Chelsea squad, despite the Blues having no European football on their schedule.
Jul 27, 10:40
 Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso, on July 13, 2026
Chelsea vs. Western Sydney Wanderers: How to watch, date, time, live stream and TV channel for pre-season clash
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch the pre-season match between Chelsea and Western Sydney Wanderers.
Jul 27, 10:24
 Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers on December 14, 2025
Chelsea news: Xabi Alonso speaks on Morgan Rogers role, talks up position where he could "feel his flow"
Xabi Alonso gives a clear hint as to where and how £117m signing Morgan Rogers could produce his best form for Chelsea.
Jul 27, 10:17
 Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso, on July 13, 2026
Chelsea transfer news: Xabi Alonso provides update on summer window plans ahead of Maxence Lacroix arrival
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso provides an update on the club's transfer plans ahead of the arrival of Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix.
Jul 27, 09:53
 Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso, on July 13, 2026
Chelsea lineup vs. Western Sydney Wanderers: Predicted XI for pre-season fixture as Xabi Alonso faces midfield injury
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Chelsea could line up for Tuesday's pre-season match against Western Sydney Wanderers.
Jul 27, 01:15
 Vinicius Junior/Arsenal composite
Vinicius Junior to Arsenal: Would he work? Tactical fit, pressing demands and Mikel Arteta's system analysed
Sports Mole takes a closer look at whether Vinicius Junior would fit Arsenal's system, examining the tactical questions, the case for the move, and whether a deal is financially achievable.
Jul 26, 23:18
 Manager of Chelsea Xabi Alonso, on July 13, 2026
Preview:Western Sydney Wanderers vs Chelsea - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's friendly clash between Western Sydney Wanderers and Chelsea, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 26, 13:02
 Sporting Lisbon winger Geovany Quenda in May 2026.
Chelsea injury news: Geovany Quenda update after pre-season blow
Chelsea receive an update on the injury sustained by Geovany Quenda, which will keep him out of the upcoming pre-season games.
Jul 26, 12:35
 Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah pictured on March 11, 2026
Trevoh Chalobah transfer update: Chelsea 'respond' to latest Como offer for out-of-favour £30m-valued defender
Chelsea hold out for maximum profit on Trevoh Chalobah, as Xabi Alonso plots further defensive signings for the Blues.
Jul 26, 00:56
 Xabi Alonso/Chelsea composite
Chelsea injury news: Xabi Alonso's centre-forward options analysed after latest striker blow
Xabi Alonso evaluates multiple centre-forward options while one Chelsea striker recovers from a hamstring issue.
Jul 26, 00:02
 Chelsea's Pedro Neto celebrates scoring against Wolves on November 8, 2025
Chelsea transfer news: First-team regular 'offered' to Saudi Pro League club in potential major windfall
A Chelsea winger is allegedly offered to a Saudi Pro League club by his agent.
Jul 25, 16:36
 Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah pictured on March 11, 2026
Trevoh Chalobah edges closer to Chelsea exit as Serie A club plan to 'accelerate' transfer talks
Serie A side Como are reportedly set to accelerate talks with Chelsea over the potential transfer of defender Trevoh Chalobah.
Jul 25, 14:56
 Xabi Alonso, on December 10, 2025
Chelsea news: Xabi Alonso pounces for influential Aston Villa figure, 'goodbyes' already held with Unai Emery
Chelsea allegedly inflict a further blow on Aston Villa with the appointment of one of the West Midlands outfit's most influential figures.
Jul 25, 10:01
 Maxence Lacroix/Xabi Alonso composite
How Chelsea could line up with Maxence Lacroix as £52m transfer nears completion
Sports Mole looks at how Chelsea could line up with Maxence Lacroix, who is set to join Xabi Alonso's side from Crystal Palace.
Jul 25, 01:10
 Chelsea's Trevoh Chalobah pictured on December 13, 2025
Chelsea transfer news: 'Improved' Trevoh Chalobah bid made by Serie A club
A Serie A club reportedly decide to make an improved offer for Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah.
Jul 24, 12:41
 Xabi Alonso as Real Madrid manager in January 2026.
Chelsea injury news: Pre-season blow as two new signings suffer injuries, left out of 27-player travelling squad
Two of Chelsea's new signings have been left out of Xabi Alonso's 27-player squad for the pre-season tour of Australia and Asia.
Jul 24, 12:03
 Xabi Alonso/Chelsea composite
Chelsea transfer news: Xabi Alonso's Blues 'edge closer' to solving problematic position
Chelsea continue talks for a Premier League star as Xabi Alonso's men look to strengthen an area of weakness under previous managers.
Jul 24, 01:12
 Bosnia-Herzegovina attacker Kerim Alajbegovic on March 26, 2026
Chelsea transfer news: Blues 'favourites' to sign 18-year-old wonderkid
Chelsea allegedly emerge as the new favourites to sign an 18-year-old wonderkid who has just played at the World Cup.
Jul 23, 12:23
 Bournemouth's Alex Scott on October 3, 2025
Chelsea transfer news: Major Alex Scott boost despite Bournemouth 'stance'
Chelsea reportedly receive a major boost in their efforts to sign Alex Scott, despite Bournemouth wanting to retain the midfielder's services.
Jul 22, 15:30
 Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers on December 14, 2025
Chelsea transfer news: Morgan Rogers £117m deal confirmed, England international aims subtle dig at Arsenal
Chelsea confirm the British record signing of Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers, who seemingly aims at least one subtle dig at fellow suitors Arsenal.
Jul 21, 22:25
 Xabi Alonso, on December 10, 2025
Chelsea news: Xabi Alonso adds Stamford Bridge friendly to pre-season schedule
Chelsea announce that they have added a Stamford Bridge friendly to their pre-season schedule, giving Xabi Alonso a home game before the start of the new Premier League campaign.
Jul 21, 14:47
Next Page >
rhs 2.0


Sports Mole provides in-depth previews and predictions for every match from the biggest leagues and competitions in world football.
Argentina's Lionel Messi kisses the World Cup trophy after collecting the Golden Ball award on December 18, 2022Sign up for our FREE daily preview newsletter direct to your inbox!