Overview
- Betting markets shifted Friday as Ladbrokes cut Alonso’s price to 1/3, signaling strong expectation he will be Chelsea’s next manager.
- Chelsea players view Alonso as the ideal hire and want a coach who commands respect and keeps egos in check, according to reporting cited from the Guardian.
- Discussions with Alonso’s camp are described as moving in the right direction, with the coach seeking input on signings and license to impose his style.
- Liverpool have not contacted Alonso and plan to persist with Arne Slot, a stance reported by the Independent that reduces competing interest.
- Chelsea aim to appoint before next month’s World Cup and are keeping alternatives such as Andoni Iraola, Marco Silva, Oliver Glasner and Filipe Luis on a shortlist.