Xabi Alonso highlights Chelsea's pressing need for defensive transfers

In comments made at a press conference, Xabi Alonso indicated that Chelsea must address their defensive lineup before the transfer window closes. He expressed the need for four or five central defenders as the team prepares for the upcoming season without European competition. Chelsea currently has a surplus of centre backs, including Maxence Lacroix and Wesley Fofana, but faces challenges in offloading several players. Trevoh Chalobah is close to a move to Como, while Axel Disasi and Benoit Badiashile are also candidates for transfer. The club will need to manage the squad effectively to meet Alonso's requirements.

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