Alonso pushing Chelsea to sign Villa set-piece coach

Chelsea target Villa's set-piece guru with Alonso leading the charge.

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What happened. Chelsea are reportedly interested in hiring Aston Villa's set-piece coach Austin MacPhee, with Xabi Alonso said to be the driving force behind the move.

• MacPhee has improved Villa's set pieces significantly.
• Alonso is reportedly pushing for the appointment.
• Chelsea expect similar improvements if he joins.

If appointed, MacPhee would bring his set-piece expertise to Chelsea.

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