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Alonso warned over Liverpool pull despite Chelsea role
Gaizka Mendieta says Xabi Alonso still has Liverpool in his heart.
Xabi Alonso
coach
Manager
Xabi Alonso
Club
Chelsea
Contract
Four-year deal signed in May
Linked club
Liverpool
What happened. Chelsea have been warned that manager Xabi Alonso may have an eye on the Liverpool job in the future.
- Alonso was appointed Chelsea manager in May.
- He was linked with Liverpool before Arne Slot was replaced.
- Liverpool eventually hired Andoni Iraola.
“I think Xabi Alonso still has Liverpool in his heart.”
— Gaizka Mendieta
Alonso's long-term commitment to Chelsea could be tested if Liverpool come calling.
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