Xabi Alonso Prepares Strategy for Morgan Rogers to Collaborate with
July 28, 2026 ·
Following his £117m move from Aston Villa, Morgan Rogers will be played by Xabi Alonso alongside Cole Palmer. Alonso believes the combination of the two will make Chelsea more competitive next season.
Xabi Alonso Prepares Strategy for Morgan Rogers to Collaborate with
According to Bbc.
Background
Morgan Rogers, who recently joined Chelsea from Aston Villa, is expected to contribute significantly to the team's development. With experience playing at international level with the England national team, he is expected to be able to adapt quickly to the playing system implemented by Xabi Alonso. The collaboration between Rogers and Cole Palmer, who is also an England international, will be the main focus in Chelsea's game strategy in the coming season.
Why this is important
Morgan Rogers' arrival at Chelsea marks one significant step in the club's efforts to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season. With his status as the most expensive English player of all time, expectations for his performance are very high, especially in the context of competition in the Premier League. It is hoped that the combination of Rogers and Cole Palmer in midfield will provide a new dimension to Chelsea's game and increase their chances of competing at the top of the league.
Main Points
- Xabi Alonso Prepares Strategy for Morgan Rogers to Collaborate with.
- Following his £117m move from Aston Villa, Morgan Rogers will be played by Xabi Alonso alongside Cole Palmer.
- Morgan Rogers: Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso has 'plan' for record signing to play alongside Cole Palmer.
Chelsea manager, Alonso believes that Rogers' arrival will have an instant impact on his team in the coming season.
Rogers, who is England's most expensive player of all time, is currently enjoying a holiday after appearing with the England national team at the World Cup. Meanwhile, Chelsea have started their pre-season tour in Sydney.
"In that position, we need an important player and I'm sure there are not many better options than Morgan Rogers," said Alonso. "We need a player who can make an almost immediate impact, and I'm sure Morgan won't take long to adapt to the club, the system and his team-mates."
Alonso stressed that this was the idea initially, to get top players, and Morgan falls into that category. Rogers has signed a six-year contract with Chelsea, with the option to extend for a further year. Despite not yet joining in pre-season training, Alonso believes that Rogers will be ready to play and will be a good match for fellow England international Palmer.
The two consider each other to be one of the "best friends in the world of football", with Rogers stating they would love to play together. "I have plans. I have ideas. I can see them collaborating well," Alonso said of the pair.
"We need to have a good mix. If we can get the balance right and the special players are in the right positions, with good control, then we will be more competitive both with and without the ball."
Alonso also stated that Chelsea are in talks to bring in French international defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace, who would be Chelsea's oldest player since 2022. In addition, Chelsea have signed winger Geovany Quenda from Sporting, striker Emmanuel Emegha from Strasbourg, and defender Marco Palestra from Atalanta. They are also expected to sign midfielder Valentin Barco from Strasbourg in the coming weeks.
With almost 40 players in their squad, Chelsea is faced with the need to sell a number of players. "We need to be aware that there may still be some movement," Alonso added. "We need to be flexible and quick to act. The main thing is that we have a clear idea, a clear plan that we have built. This will probably change before the transfer window closes."
In the context of increasingly tight competition in the Premier League, Chelsea's steps to build a competitive team with talented young players such as Rogers and Palmer show their great ambition to achieve success next season.
With a mature strategy and support from the manager, Chelsea hopes to be able to compete again at the top of the Premier League and win the coveted trophy.
What happened next
After completing the transfer, Morgan Rogers is expected to immediately join the team in pre-season training even though he is currently still on holiday. Xabi Alonso will monitor Rogers and Palmer's progress in training to ensure the two can collaborate well on the pitch. With the new season approaching, Chelsea will continue to prepare to face challenges in the Premier League and other competitions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was involved in the transfer of Morgan Rogers?
Morgan Rogers was the player involved in this transfer, and Xabi Alonso was the Chelsea manager who planned the strategy for him.
Where did Morgan Rogers come from before joining Chelsea?
Morgan Rogers previously played for Aston Villa before joining Chelsea.
Why did Morgan Rogers choose Chelsea?
Morgan Rogers chose Chelsea because manager Xabi Alonso believed that Rogers' arrival would have an instant impact on the team.
How much will Morgan Rogers transfer to Chelsea cost?
Morgan Rogers was brought in for £117 million from Aston Villa.
When will Morgan Rogers officially join Chelsea?
Morgan Rogers has signed a six-year contract with Chelsea, but has not yet joined pre-season training.