Morgan Rogers announcement shows Chelsea have already changed under Xabi Alonso
The article analyzes Chelsea's £117 million acquisition of England midfielder Morgan Rogers as a sign of a shift in transfer policy under new manager Xabi Alonso. It argues that the signing is a football-driven move, unlike previous business-oriented deals under the current ownership. Alonso's personal influence was key in attracting Rogers, who will reunite with his friend Cole Palmer. The piece highlights Rogers' strong Premier League stats (18 goals, 16 assists over two seasons) and versatility, suggesting he could play as a dual number 10 alongside Palmer in Alonso's preferred back-three system. It also mentions Chelsea's interest in John Stones and Alex Scott, and the potential sale of Enzo Fernandez. The author, Andy Dunn, views this as a return to conventional, manager-led transfer business that bodes well for a realistic title challenge.
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