Chelsea identifies five untouchable players following the summer transfer window

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has finalized his squad for the 2026/27 Premier League season following a summer transfer window that saw £519 million in outgoings and the arrival of ten new players. The club has designated Reece James, Cole Palmer, Levi Colwill, Moises Caicedo, and Joao Pedro as untouchable within the current roster. New additions include Morgan Rogers, Emiliano Martinez, and Valentin Barco, who join a group tasked with improving the team's standing. While academy graduate Josh Acheampong was not officially listed among the untouchable five, he remains a significant part of Alonso’s plans after consistent appearances. The team now turns its attention to a league fixture against Arsenal on September 6. This match serves as the first test for the updated squad before they transition to Carabao Cup competition against Leeds United.

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