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Alonso praises Rogers as key signing for Chelsea's revival

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Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Alonso praises Rogers as key signing for Chelsea's revival
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Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso expressed confidence in new signing Morgan Rogers, describing him as a "great signing" expected to enhance the club's competitiveness. Rogers was acquired from Aston Villa for a record £117 million, aimed at improving Chelsea's performance after last season's 10th place finish in the Premier League. Alonso plans to utilize Rogers in attacking midfield alongside Cole Palmer and other new signings, emphasizing the need for a balanced and dynamic team. Chelsea's pre-season continues with a friendly against Western Sydney Wanderers on July 28.

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  • •Xabi Alonso calls Morgan Rogers a 'great signing' for Chelsea.
  • •Rogers joins Chelsea from Aston Villa for £117 million.
  • •Chelsea finished 10th in the Premier League last season.
  • •Alonso plans to integrate Rogers with Cole Palmer and others.
  • •Chelsea's pre-season includes matches against Sydney and Juventus.
Latest Updates
  • 11:50 AMYahoo Sports — Alonso backs Rogers to make instant Chelsea impact
  • 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — “There were not many better options than Morgan Rogers”: Alonso celebrates Chelsea’s record £117m coup
  • 10:45 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea boss Alonso reveals ‘plan’ for Rogers and Palmer
  • 10:40 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Not many better’ – Alonso backs Rogers and Palmer partnership to lift Chelsea
  • 6:10 AMYahoo Sports — Alonso has 'plan' for playing Rogers with Palmer
  • 6:10 AMBBC Sport — Alonso has 'plan' for playing Rogers with Palmer
  • 5:12 AMYahoo Sports — Alonso says 'great signing' Rogers can rejuvenate Chelsea
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New Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso on Monday said Morgan Rogers was "a great signing" who would make the club more competitive and expected the England midfielder to "link really well" with Cole Palmer.I can see them linking really well," Alonso said on how Morgan could fit in alongside Palmer.

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Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso believes Morgan Rogers has all the qualities needed to make an immediate impact after completing his club-record move from Aston Villa.The England international joined t...

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Xabi Alonso has backed Morgan Rogers to be a great signing for Chelsea after the midfielder completed his record move to the club.Chelsea have signed Rogers from Aston Villa for a club record fee of �...

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