Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationFootball.LondonUnverified source· 11 Aug 2026
Chelsea's £285m sales spree could fund Xabi Alonso move
Chelsea's outgoings could bankroll a blockbuster managerial appointment.
Xabi Alonso
coach
Player
Xabi Alonso
Position
Coach
From
Chelsea
To
Xabi Alonso
Fee
£285m
What happened. Chelsea are focusing on outgoings in the final three weeks of the transfer window, potentially generating £285m from sales, which could fund a move for Xabi Alonso.
- Chelsea have already sold five first-team players for £156m plus add-ons.
- A £42.5m deal for Alejandro Garnacho is set to trigger at Aston Villa.
- The Blues have signed 10 players this summer, including Morgan Rogers for £117m.
The sales could provide the funds for Chelsea to pursue Alonso as their next manager.
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