- Chelsea news conference: Watch Xabi Alonso speak to the media for the first time since becoming manager at the top of this page
- Alonso was sacked by Real Madrid last season and replaces Liam Rosenior, who Chelsea dismissed in April after three months in charge
- It is hoped Alonso will have the personality, gravitas from his playing career and tactical acumen to bring the club back to the standards it expects, writes the BBC's Nizaar Kinsella
- Get Chelsea news throughout the summer and all season on our dedicated Chelsea page
- ICYMI: Andoni Iraola had his first news conference as Liverpool head coach earlier – read a recap here
Watch Alonso's first news conference as Chelsea manager
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