‘Good things will come if…’, Xabi Alonso sends first message to Chelsea fans

Chelsea's new manager, Xabi Alonso, has issued a rallying cry to supporters, urging them to unite behind the club's vision for the future. In his first official interview since taking the helm, Alonso conveyed a message of optimism, stating that "good things will come" if players, staff, and fans coalesce around a shared objective. He aims to foster a stronger bond between the team and the Stamford Bridge faithful as he embarks on a new era in west London.

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The message is that we want to share that belief that good things will come if we are together and we create this strength, this power that the club has.

Alonso, who previously managed Bayer Leverkusen and Real Madrid, cited the quality of Chelsea's current squad as a key factor in his decision to join. He believes the club possesses significant potential to return to its former glory. "The potential of the team and squad made me really excited, to find a squad to work with, create a football idea, bring excitement to the stadium and connect with the fans," he said. Alonso stressed that his tenure will be built on a foundation of hard work and commitment, stating, "You can’t hold back anything; everything is for the team. Hard work is a must. We need to create that culture. It starts here in a daily process at Cobham."

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The potential of the team and squad made me really excited, to find a squad to work with, create a football idea, bring excitement to the stadium and connect with the fans.

The 44-year-old Spaniard described taking on the managerial role at Chelsea as a profound honor. He feels the timing is right for his first foray into Premier League management, having gained experience coaching in Germany and Spain. Alonso has signed a four-year contract with the club. His immediate focus will be on cultivating the right team culture and establishing the groundwork for sustained success. Chelsea will begin their 2026/27 Premier League campaign next month with an away fixture against Fulham.

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You can’t hold back anything; everything is for the team. Hard work is a must. We need to create that culture. It starts here in a daily process at Cobham.