Xabi Alonso

Born: November 25, 1981

Height: 6' 0" (183cm)

Hometown: Tolosa, Spain
Nationality: Spain Spanish

Position: Defensive midfielder
Xabi Alonso
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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 1,864 articles about Xabi Alonso. Articles 1 to 40:
Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez in March 2026.
Chelsea transfer news: Do Blues fans want Enzo Fernandez exit this summer?
Sports Mole reveals whether Chelsea fans want to see Enzo Fernandez leave Stamford Bridge this summer after the recent 'Keep or Sell' vote.
17:46
 Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella in March 2026.
Chelsea transfer news: Marc Cucurella to Real Madrid confirmed in early Xabi Alonso funds boost, contract length revealed
Chelsea and Real Madrid confirm that the transfer of Marc Cucurella to the Bernabeu has been finalised.
10:37
 Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez and Marc Cucurella on November 25, 2025
Chelsea transfer news: Major Marc Cucurella update as La Liga giant reach 'verbal agreement' to sign defender after World Cup
Real Madrid reportedly reach a verbal agreement to sign one of Chelsea's star players after the World Cup.
17:40
 Michael Carrick of Manchester United, on February 7, 2026
Man United transfer prediction made over £80m Premier League star who would be ‘gold’ at Old Trafford
One £80m Premier League player would be a 'gold' signing for Manchester United, as a transfer prediction is made ahead of the summer window.
Jun 9, 13:15
 Enzo Fernandez/Nicolas Jackson/Marc Cucurella composite
Chelsea keep or sell: Who should Xabi Alonso offload in summer transfer window?
Sports Mole gives you the chance to vote for who you think Chelsea should keep or sell in the 2026 summer transfer window.
Jun 8, 13:01
 Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso with Alex Grimaldo on April 21, 2024
Chelsea transfer news: Bayern Munich-linked defender on 'three-man' shortlist of Marc Cucurella replacements
Chelsea reportedly place a defender who has been linked with Bayern Munich on their list of three potential replacements for Marc Cucurella.
Jun 4, 17:55
 Zadok Yohanna on May 24, 2026
Chelsea transfer news: Xabi Alonso’s side ‘enter race’ for £20m Brighton-linked attacker also wanted by Newcastle
Chelsea and Newcastle United are reportedly set to rival Brighton & Hove Albion for the signature of a highly-rated £20m winger this summer.
Jun 4, 12:22
 Enzo Fernandez/Aurelien Tchouameni composite
Chelsea legend gives Xabi Alonso green light for Enzo Fernandez-Aurelien Tchouameni swap deal
Chelsea should prioritise a swap deal between Enzo Fernandez and Real Madrid's Aurelien Tchouameni over Eduardo Camavinga during the summer transfer window, a Blues legend exclusively tells Sports Mole.
Jun 4, 10:55
 Xabi Alonso as Real Madrid manager on December 20, 2025
Chelsea news: Xabi Alonso identifies promising defender as key part of his rebuild
Xabi Alonso has blocked approaches from three European giants for a young Chelsea academy defender, making him a cornerstone of the Stamford Bridge rebuild.
Jun 4, 09:32
 Xabi Alonso at Real Madrid in August 2025.
Chelsea transfer news: Three Xabi Alonso favourites Real Madrid could include in Enzo Fernandez deal
Sports Mole suggests three players that Real Madrid could include in any proposal for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez during the summer transfer window.
Jun 3, 10:38
 Xabi Alonso, Nicolas Jackson composite
Chelsea transfer news: Major Nicolas Jackson update as Senegal international's 'priority' becomes clear
Nicolas Jackson has reportedly determine his 'priority' for the summer ahead of Xabi Alonso's arrival as Chelsea head coach.
Jun 2, 20:57
 Xabi Alonso/Chelsea composite
Chelsea transfer news: Tosin Adarabioyo given hope of Stamford Bridge stay?
Chelsea may reportedly decide to retain the services of one of their backup squad members as they prepare for the arrival of new head coach Xabi Alonso.
Jun 2, 11:49
 Chelsea's Josh Acheampong celebrates with teammates on October 18, 2025
New Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso desperate to keep 'untouchable' defender as Blues reject approaches from two Premier League clubs
Chelsea reportedly reject approaches from two Premier League clubs for a defender deemed 'untouchable' by Xabi Alonso.
Jun 2, 01:20
 Chelsea's Marc Cucurella on December 13, 2025
Chelsea transfer news: Which of La Liga's big three has best chance of signing Marc Cucurella?
Chelsea reportedly remain 'relaxed' over La Liga interest in Marc Cucurella, with Spanish football's big three said to be admirers of the defender.
Jun 1, 18:36
 Enzo Maresca targets Enzo Fernandez
Chelsea transfer news: Manchester City make 'enquiry' for former Enzo Maresca favourite
Manchester City reportedly make an 'enquiry' for a Chelsea first-teamer ahead of the official appointment of Enzo Maresca as their new manager.
Jun 1, 14:33
 Xabi Alonso as Real Madrid manager on December 20, 2025
Liverpool transfer news: 'The worst timing in the club's modern history' — did the Reds make an enormous blunder over Xabi Alonso?
Liverpool sacked Arne Slot just 13 days after Xabi Alonso was appointed Chelsea manager. Could the Reds have made an enormous timing blunder?
Jun 1, 09:30
 Jarrod Bowen in action for West Ham United during a Premier League match
Chelsea transfer news: Jarrod Bowen being 'weighed up' by Blues chiefs, possible fee suggested
Chelsea are allegedly seriously considering making a formal approach for West Ham United star Jarrod Bowen.
May 31, 17:49
 Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola pictured on May 3, 2026
Arne Slot's Liverpool successor: How Andoni Iraola compares to Xabi Alonso, Sebastian Hoeness, Pierre Sage
Sports Mole takes a closer look at how Liverpool managerial target Andoni Iraola compares with new Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso and fellow candidates Sebastian Hoeness and Pierre Sage.
May 31, 15:02
 Xabi Alonso, Nicolas Jackson composite
Chelsea transfer news: Major Nicolas Jackson update as Xabi Alonso determines 'current intention' over Senegal international's future
Incoming Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso reportedly decides how he would like to handle the future of Nicolas Jackson.
May 29, 18:05
 Liverpool's Ibrahima Konate pictured on April 14, 2026
Liverpool transfer news: Ibrahima Konate enters 'concrete negotiations' with Chelsea, two other European giants
A Premier League giant are reportedly one of three clubs to enter 'concrete negotiations' for Ibrahima Konate, who is expected to leave Liverpool on a free transfer.
May 29, 10:45
 Enzo Fernandez of Chelsea, on May 19, 2026
Chelsea transfer news: Real Madrid have 'powerful' £125m Enzo Fernandez problem but Xabi Alonso could have swap opportunity
Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez is valued highly, which could be problematic for Real Madrid, but Xabi Alonso may reportedly have the option of agreeing to a swap deal.
May 28, 19:34
 Alaves midfielder Antonio Blanco in April 2026.
Chelsea transfer news: Xabi Alonso 'ready to gamble' on £8.7m-rated former Real Madrid starlet
Incoming Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso is allegedly ready to gamble on the signing of an £8.7m-rated midfielder who plays in La Liga.
May 28, 11:47
 Xabi Alonso/Chelsea composite
Chelsea transfer news: How Xabi Alonso can generate £250m warchest through sales, loans in summer market
Ahead of the summer transfer window, Sports Mole takes a look at how Chelsea can generate £250m through player sales and loans to fund a Xabi Alonso spending spree.
May 28, 10:59
 Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez in March 2026.
Chelsea transfer news: Enzo Fernandez asking price 'revealed' amid Manchester City, Real Madrid talk
Chelsea reportedly set an asking price for midfielder Enzo Fernandez amid interest from the likes of Manchester City and Real Madrid.
May 27, 18:15
 Filip Jorgensen/Robert Sanchez composite
Chelsea transfer news: Goalkeeper expresses 'desire to leave' Stamford Bridge this summer
One of Chelsea's goalkeepers reportedly expresses a desire to leave Stamford Bridge during the summer transfer window.
May 27, 17:45
 Chelsea winger Estevao Willian in November 2025.
Chelsea injury news: Estevao Willian blow as expected return date 'revealed'
Chelsea allegedly suffer a blow with regards to Estevao Willian's recovery from a hamstring injury with an expected return date having seemingly been pencilled in for later than anticipated.
May 26, 11:51
 Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez in March 2026.
Chelsea transfer news: Three reasons why Enzo Fernandez should be sold by BlueCo this summer
Sports Mole outlines three reasons why Chelsea should be doing everything possible to cash in on Enzo Fernandez during the summer transfer window.
May 26, 10:11
 Xabi Alonso
Chelsea transfer news: Xabi Alonso prepares 'mega clean up' with four Blues stars at risk of leaving
Chelsea could face a major summer shake‑up under Xabi Alonso, with reports linking Enzo Fernandez and other key players with uncertain futures.
May 26, 07:20
 Chelsea season summary collage
Chelsea 2025-26 summary: Top scorer, best moment, new signings and full verdict on abysmal Blues campaign
Sports Mole provides a full 2025-26 season summary for Chelsea, including top scorer, best moment and a full verdict on the Blues' abysmal campaign.
May 25, 12:00
 Joao Pedro of Chelsea after his side's game against Sunderland, on May 24, 2026
Chelsea out of Europe: Premier League catastrophe against Sunderland as Calum McFarlane hands wounded squad to Xabi Alonso
Chelsea end their Premier League season with a 2-1 loss against Sunderland, but that result means incoming boss Xabi Alonso will not manage the club in Europe next term.
May 24, 19:36
 Chelsea interim manager Calum McFarlane during the Emirates FA Cup semi-final match on Sunday April 26, 2026.
Chelsea news: Calum McFarlane predicts Xabi Alonso excitement over specific Blues quality
Interim Chelsea head coach Calum McFarlane claims that incoming boss Xabi Alonso will 'not need to be sold' on a specific part of the Premier League club.
May 24, 12:15
 Strasbourg midfielder Valentin Barco in May 2026.
Chelsea transfer news: Valentin Barco contract length 'revealed' ahead of Strasbourg exit
The length of Valentin Barco's Chelsea contract is allegedly revealed ahead of his summer transfer from Strasbourg.
May 23, 10:03
 Xabi Alonso/Conference League composite
Chelsea news: £50m fear emerges as Blues set minimum European target before Sunderland
Sports Mole looks at how much money Chelsea would lose if they play in the Conference League compared to the Europa League, as a former Blues winger sets the club a minimum European target.
May 23, 07:19
 Chelsea's Marc Cucurella reacts on November 25, 2025
Chelsea transfer news: Xabi Alonso 'takes stance' over Marc Cucurella, Atletico Madrid deal
Incoming Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso reportedly takes a specific stance over the future of Marc Cucurella, who has been linked with Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.
May 22, 10:07
 Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi celebrates scoring on May 3, 2026
Eli Junior Kroupi: Four clubs that could sign £100m-rated 'Premier League title decider'
Sports Mole takes a look at four clubs that could sign £100m-rated teenager Eli Junior Kroupi after his Premier League title-deciding impact for Bournemouth.
May 21, 20:12
 Arne Slot/John Arne Riise composite
Liverpool news: John Arne Riise explains why Arne Slot will remain at Anfield next season
John Arne Riise explains exactly why he believes that Arne Slot will remain as manager for Liverpool next season, as he argues that if the club wished to remove him from the managerial role, they would have attempted to bring Xabi Alonso back to Anfield.
May 21, 18:01
 Xabi Alonso/Chelsea composite
Chelsea transfer news: Blues 'join race' for in-demand Premier League forward
Chelsea are allegedly preparing to join the race to sign an in-demand Premier League forward during the summer transfer window.
May 21, 15:48
 Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and Cristhian Mosquera applaud the fans after the UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg match on Wednesday April 29, 2026.
Arsenal dominance to come? How next season’s Premier League title race could unfold
Arsenal are champions of England for the first time in 22 years. With City in transition and Liverpool imploding, can Arteta's side now establish real dominance?
May 21, 09:33
 Strasbourg goalkeeper Mike Penders in October 2025.
Chelsea transfer news: Major Mike Penders 'decision' made after Xabi Alonso appointment
Chelsea reportedly decide whether goalkeeper Mike Penders will be used in Xabi Alonso's first-team squad next season.
May 20, 13:07
 Strasbourg midfielder Valentin Barco in May 2026.
Chelsea transfer news: Valentin Barco makes major announcement on Strasbourg future amid Blues speculation
Valentin Barco reveals whether he will be staying at Strasbourg for the 2026-27 campaign amid speculation that he may sign for Chelsea during the summer transfer window.
May 18, 23:19
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