Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationFootball.LondonUnverified source· 10 Aug 2026
Chelsea's £250m spend not enough: Alonso's to-do list before deadline
With the window closing Tuesday, Chelsea still have moves to make despite a massive summer outlay.
Chelsea
team
Spend
Nearly £250m invested
Sales
About £150m raised
Deadline
11pm Tuesday, September 1
What happened. Chelsea have spent nearly £250m and raised £150m in sales, but still need to streamline Xabi Alonso's squad before the transfer window closes.
- Alonso warns players to be ready for possible movements.
- Club has a plan and will assess situations at the right moments.
- Need to be flexible and quick to act in the market.
“We have to be ready. The market is open for a few weeks. We need to be aware of different positions, different situations.”
— Xabi Alonso
The Blues must finalize signings and sales before Tuesday's deadline to streamline the squad.
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