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Chelsea aims for Premier League title contention this season

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Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Chelsea aims for Premier League title contention this season
Summary

Chelsea is positioned to challenge for the Premier League title this season, according to The Athletic reporter Adam Crafton. During a segment on BBC Radio 5 Live, Crafton noted that fans may feel optimistic about the team's chances, depending on player fitness and coaching dynamics. He highlighted the potential of Chelsea's starting lineup but expressed uncertainty about how effectively the players will gel under the new coach, Xabi Alonso, and the club's patience with him. The Premier League returns on Friday, marking the start of the competitive season for Chelsea.

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  • •Adam Crafton predicts Chelsea can contend for the Premier League title.
  • •Xabi Alonso is the new coach guiding Chelsea this season.
  • •Chelsea's chances depend on player fitness and coaching dynamics.
  • •The Premier League season begins on Friday.
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What they're saying
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Chelsea will challenge for the Premier League title this season, says The Athletic reporter Adam Crafton. BBC Radio 5 Live's Monday Night Club gave their predictions for Xabi Alonso's side before the league returns on Friday, and Crafton believes Chelsea fans will be "quietly optimistic" for the campaign ahead. "But just looking at the selection of players, I think there will be a lot of Chelsea fans quietly optimistic that they might be able to challenge, if not win, the league."

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