{"id":4510,"date":"2026-09-13T18:07:46","date_gmt":"2026-09-13T18:07:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/footballars.xyz\/?p=4510"},"modified":"2026-09-13T18:07:46","modified_gmt":"2026-09-13T18:07:46","slug":"80m-chelsea-star-wanted-to-leave-until-xabi-alonso-conversation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/footballars.xyz\/?p=4510","title":{"rendered":"\u00a380m Chelsea star wanted to leave until Xabi Alonso conversation"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Xabi Alonso played a key role in convincing one Chelsea player to remain at Stamford Bridge.<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is thought that Alonso<\/a> was pivotal in Morgan Rogers joining Chelsea<\/a> from Aston Villa, which is proving to be a fantastic bit of business.<\/p>\n

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However, it appears that the 44-year-old has also been influential in keeping players at the club. <\/p>\n

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Pedro Neto wanted to leave Chelsea until Xabi Alonso conversation<\/h2>\n

Pedro Neto was heavily linked with a move<\/a> away from Chelsea during the summer and attracted interest from some big clubs.<\/p>\n

The likes of Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool were all thought to have been interested in the winger.<\/p>\n

According to journalist Simon Phillips on Si Phillips Talks Chelsea<\/a>, Neto<\/a> initially had a desire to leave Stamford Bridge and Chelsea were willing to sell him for \u00a380m.<\/p>\n

However, after conversations with Alonso, the 26-year-old opted to remain in west London, which is proving to be a great decision.<\/p>\n

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It\u2019s time to talk about our midfield situation\u2026 who\u2019s getting your vote?<\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Neto is thriving under Alonso and has been a key player for him in the wing-back position. He has started all but one of Chelsea\u2019s four Premier League games so far and recently scored in his side\u2019s 6-3 win over Leeds United in the Carabao Cup.<\/p>\n

While Alonso has already stated that he is going to be flexible<\/a> this season, 3-4-2-1 seems to be his preferred formation. It means Neto should get plenty more opportunities in the wing-back position. <\/p>\n

When Marco Palestra returns from injury, Neto is going to have a bit more competition for his spot. But if the Portugal international keeps on making an impact in the final third as he has been doing, there is a good chance that he remains in the team.<\/p>\n

Neto\u2019s dribbling, crossing and even finishing have been pretty good so far this season. Hopefully that does not change and the former Wolverhampton Wanderers man can continue to cause defences up and down the country problems.<\/p>\n

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