Xabi Alonso discusses Chelsea training groups and Enzo Fernandez's status
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 1:30 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso addressed the decision to utilize separate training groups as they prepare for the upcoming Premier League season. Players such as Liam Delap, Tosin, and Nicolas Jackson have been training apart from the main squad. Alonso stated that managing different groups has not posed any issues. He also affirmed that midfielder Enzo Fernandez remains committed to Chelsea and is training well in anticipation of the season's start.
- •Chelsea employs separate training groups for some players.
- •Alonso expresses confidence in managing team dynamics.
- •Enzo Fernandez is committed and training well with the squad.
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Chelsea boss Alonso explains decision behind separate training groups – and discusses Enzo Fernandez’s future
"Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso says the club are managing different groups of players effectively in training as they prepare for the start of the Premier League season.Liam Delap, Tosin and Nicolas Jackson...
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