“We are ambitious” 🔥 | Xabi Alonso’s first press conference as Chelsea manager
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otherEnzo FernandezXabi AlonsoLiverpoolChelseaCole PalmerPremier LeagueArsenalNicolas JacksonSunderlandBayern Munich
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- 0:00OtherXabi AlonsoXabi Alonso expresses excitement about joining Chelsea, highlighting the club's potential, the squad, and the opportunity to build a successful team and bond with supporters.
- 0:34OtherXabi AlonsoAlonso discusses his readiness to manage Chelsea, emphasizing enjoying the process, collaborating with staff and players, and building a competitive mentality on the pitch.
- 1:57OtherXabi AlonsoAlonso confirms European football is a goal for his first season, stressing the importance of process, playing style, and the club's inherent ambition to achieve success.
- 3:34OtherXabi AlonsoAlonso senses a strong desire from players for a successful season, noting the fresh start and good energy. He emphasizes building the right mentality and daily essentials for competition.
- 5:16OtherXabi AlonsoAlonso outlines key player characteristics: hunger, passion for the game, and a desire to improve, essential for thriving in the highly competitive Premier League.
- 6:42OtherXabi AlonsoAlonso confirms discussions with Enzo Fernandez regarding his future but keeps the details private, implying a desire to retain the player at Chelsea.
- 8:31OtherXabi AlonsoAlonso clarifies his role as manager, emphasizing collaborative decision-making with sports directors on squad planning and daily training, aligning priorities for the club.
- 10:07OtherXabi AlonsoAlonso embraces the challenge of managing in the competitive Premier League, acknowledging Chelsea's rich history and the legacy of great managers, feeling honored and ready.
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