Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationMetro FootballUnverified source· 6 Aug 2026
Leboeuf Tells Alonso to Drop Chelsea Star
Frank Leboeuf has a blunt message for Xabi Alonso about a Chelsea player he says 'creates issues'.
Who
Frank Leboeuf
What
Urged Xabi Alonso to replace a Chelsea star
Quote
He creates issues
What happened. Frank Leboeuf has advised Xabi Alonso to replace a Chelsea player, saying the player 'creates issues'.
- Leboeuf is a former Chelsea defender.
- He specifically told Alonso to make the change.
- The comment was made in a recent interview.
“He creates issues”
— Frank Leboeuf
The story is early speculation about a potential lineup change at Chelsea.
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