Xabi Alonso

Sep 11, 03:01 PM UTC· Signal 152.9

Enzo Fernández sold to Manchester City for £125 million after refusing Chelsea training

Chelsea sold midfielder Enzo Fernández to Manchester City for £125 million on transfer deadline day after he refused to train and submitted two written transfer requests. Fernández told Chelsea his relationship with teammates was irreparable and had been in private contact with former manager Enzo Maresca, now at Manchester City. The deal makes Fernández third on the all-time cumulative transfer fee list at €310 million. Chelsea also rewarded Pedro Neto with a new contract for his loyalty.

6 reports · 1 sources

Sep 10, 12:07 AM UTC· Signal 184.3

Chelsea’s Xabi Alonso laments painful 1-2 London derby loss to Arsenal, cites long season ahead

Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso spoke after a 1-2 defeat to Arsenal in the London derby on September 7, calling it a painful first loss of the season. He praised his players’ effort but acknowledged defensive vulnerabilities, having conceded seven goals this season. Alonso confirmed Moisés Caicedo’s injury is not long-term, highlighted Morgan Rodgers’ rapid adaptation, and lauded captain Reece James as the team’s soul. He emphasized the loss is part of a new project and that the team must learn and improve.

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Sep 7, 05:49 PM UTC· Signal 180.0

Arteta praises Arsenal’s depth and focus after wins, stays disconnected from transfer deadline

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta discussed his team’s 1-0 away win over Aston Villa and 2-1 home victory over Chelsea in the Premier League, praising collective effort, defensive improvement, and attacking threat. He confirmed he was disconnected from transfer matters for 24 hours to focus on matches but will catch up before the deadline. Arteta noted squad depth is key for competing on four fronts, with injuries to Saliba, Timber, and Mosquera, and deferred recruitment decisions to the club’s management.