Xabi Alonso
Xabier Alonso Olano is a Spanish professional football manager and former player who will become the manager of Premier League club Chelsea on 1 July 2026. Widely regarded as one of the greatest midfielders of his generation, he was known for his exceptional passing range and long-distance shooting. Alonso is also currently considered to be one of the best young managers in the world. Wikipedia
| Complete name | Xabier Alonso Olano |
| Nationality |  Spain |
| Birth date | 25.11.1981 (age 44) |
| Country of birth | Spain |
| City of birth | Tolosa |
| Height/weight | 183 cm / 79 kg |
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| Team | First | Last | Matches | W | D | L | %W | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18.06.2025 | 11.01.2026 | 34 | 24 | 4 | 6 | 71 | 76 | |
| 08.10.2022 | 17.05.2025 | 139 | 87 | 33 | 19 | 63 | 294 | |
| 24.08.2019 | 27.05.2022 | 96 | 39 | 22 | 35 | 41 | 139 | |
| 29.10.2014 | 08.04.2015 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 67 | 7 | |
| 22.12.2010 | 25.01.2012 | 11 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 64 | 23 |
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