Wayne Rooney Praises Chelsea's Appointment of Xabi Alonso

Former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has praised Chelsea's appointment of Xabi Alonso as manager. He highlighted that the club announced him as manager rather than head coach. Alonso has signed a four‑year contract with Chelsea. The deal secures him at the club until 2028. Chelsea will officially unveil Alonso after his first few days of pre‑season training. The unveiling will follow the initial preparation period.

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Rooney expressed his approval on The Wayne Rooney Show. He said, "I'm going to praise the Chelsea ownership." The former England forward commended the club's ownership for their decision. He believes the appointment reflects positively on the board.

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Alonso's arrival marks a new chapter for Chelsea as the season approaches. The manager will begin work with the squad during pre‑season.