Xabi Alonso prepares Chelsea wingers for wing-back roles against Luton Town
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 7:00 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Xabi Alonso may implement a 3-4-2-1 formation for Chelsea's Carabao Cup tie against Luton Town. He emphasized that wide players need to adapt to wing-back positions, highlighting the importance of individual qualities over specific roles. Players like Pedro Neto, Jamie Gittens, and Geovany Quenda could play wing-back, particularly with injuries affecting the squad. Alonso noted that maintaining defensive balance is crucial, despite the challenges posed to traditional wingers. Chelsea is open to offers for Neto as he attracts interest from other clubs.
- •Chelsea faces Luton Town in the Carabao Cup second round.
- •Alonso favors a 3-4-2-1 formation for the squad.
- •Neto played wing-back against Fulham and could continue in that role.
- •Chelsea is receptive to transfer offers for Neto.
- •Injuries to key players affect the selection for wing-back positions.
- 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Xabi Alonso Sends Clear Message To Chelsea Wingers Who May Have To Play As Wing-Backs
"Certain Chelsea attackers will have to adjust to Xabi Alonso's 3-4-2-1 system, but what matters to Xabi Alonso is "individual qualities".
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