Alonso reviews Chelsea's transfer strategy amid squad changes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 12:39 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso spoke on August 28 about the club's transfer activities as they work on reshaping the squad. Alonso emphasized the goal to reduce squad size while enhancing quality, reflecting on his recruitment strategy since taking the helm. Chelsea is reportedly seeking over £120m for Enzo Fernandez in a potential move to Manchester City, as well as pursuing goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez and defender Honest Ahanor. Recent departures include Mamadou Sarr, who joined Real Sociedad on loan, and a £3m agreement for David Datro Fofana with Servette.
- •Alonso addresses squad size and quality amid transfer changes.
- •Chelsea aims for substantial return on Enzo Fernandez's potential sale.
- •Emiliano Martinez and Honest Ahanor deals are reportedly agreed.
- •Mamadou Sarr has joined Real Sociedad on loan.
- •David Datro Fofana is set to move to Servette for £3m.
- 12:39 PMYahoo Sports — Alonso assesses Chelsea's transfer business
"Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso gives some insight into how his squad is shaping up with the relentless pace of deals at Stamford Bridge.
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