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Wed 27 May 2026 12:00, UK <\/p>\n

Xabi Alonso is a \u2018huge\u2019 fan of Liverpool midfielder Florian Wirtz and is keen for Chelsea<\/a> to sign him this summer in a sensational move, sources have told Football Insider. <\/p>\n

The Blues hold a strong interest in the 23-year-old just one year after the Merseyside giants signed him from Bayer Leverkusen in a deal worth up to \u00a3116million.<\/p>\n

Wirtz has failed to live up to that price tag this season, ultimately ending the campaign with consecutive appearances off the bench.<\/p>\n

Sources say Liverpool would be open to letting Wirtz go for the right deal even though they would publicly deny that.<\/p>\n

Alonso oversaw the German\u2019s transition to the next level in the 2023-24 season at Leverkusen, ultimately developing him into one of the most exciting talents in Europe.<\/p>\n

The Spaniard was appointed as Chelsea manager<\/a> earlier this month and will be tasked with an overhaul at Stamford Bridge, after a failure to qualify for any level of European football.<\/p>\n

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VISIT THE MANAGER HUB<\/a> Florian Wirtz looking to prove Premier League ability<\/p>\n

Former Everton chief executive Keith Wyness exclusively told Football Insider last week that Chelsea must give their full backing to Alonso<\/a> this summer.<\/p>\n

The Spaniard arrives with a strong reputation, despite a disappointing stint with Real Madrid earlier this season. <\/p>\n

Florian WirtzStats \u2013 Premier League 2025-26 (per 90)Goals0.19Assists0.11Chances created2.26Successful dribbles1.47Fouls won0.72Duels won3.73<\/p>\n

The 44-year-old led Leverkusen to an unbeaten Bundesliga season in the 2023-24 campaign, in which they won the double and only lost their first game of the season in the Europa League final.<\/p>\n

Wirtz had only returned from an ACL injury in the season prior but found new heights under Alonso, scoring 18 goals and providing 19 assists in a staggering campaign. <\/p>\n

He would score 16 and provide 14 in the 2024-25 season, ultimately convincing Liverpool and Arne Slot to part ways with \u00a3116m as they attempted to build on a Premier League-winning squad.<\/p>\n

The midfielder could now be set to leave after just a season at Anfield, however, after failing to adapt to the English game. <\/p>\n

Wirtz did not score his first Premier League goal until the end of December, and has constantly looked well off the pace. <\/p>\n

Alonso\u2019s arrival at Chelsea could be the saving grace for his future in the English top flight, but the Blues will be well aware that the costs behind such a deal will be significant. <\/p>\n

Arne Slot decision to be key on Wirtz<\/p>\n

After a dismal Liverpool season, Slot is expected to come under huge pressure in the coming months. <\/p>\n

The Dutchman has made enemies within the fanbase and his own squad, with there being some surprise that the Reds have not already cut ties with him. <\/p>\n

There had, in fact, been frequent links to former player Alonso, who surely would have been open to taking the job had a different decision been made.<\/p>\n

Chelsea Football Club is delighted to announce the appointment of Xabi Alonso as Manager of the Men\u2019s Team. <\/p>\n

The Spaniard will begin his role on July 1, 2026, having agreed a four-year contract at Stamford Bridge. <\/p>\n

Welcome to Chelsea, Xabi!<\/p>\n

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Liverpool appear to be sticking with Slot, although a decision to relieve him of his duties could still be made and would undoubtedly tie into the future of Wirtz.<\/p>\n

The midfielder may well push for an exit if the 47-year-old stays on, while the arrival of a new manager could convince him to stick to the task at Anfield.<\/p>\n

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