According to Metro Sport on Friday, July 3, 2026, an opinion piece has outlined what it considers Chelsea’s ideal 25-man squad for the 2026/27 season under new head coach Xabi Alonso.
The article argues that Chelsea should settle on either Robert Sánchez or Mike Penders as their first-choice goalkeeper, while signing veteran Yann Sommer on a free transfer to provide experience.
In defence, the writer recommends offloading Wesley Fofana, Tosin Adarabioyo, Benoît Badiashile and Axel Disasi, while targeting Maxence Lacroix, free agent John Stones, Pep Chavarría and Marco Palestra to strengthen the back line.
The opinion piece also suggests Chelsea sign Granit Xhaka to add leadership in midfield and explore a swap deal with Real Madrid involving Enzo Fernández and Aurélien Tchouaméni, arguing the French international would complement Moisés Caicedo in Alonso’s system.
In attack, the writer identifies Juventus winger Kenan Yıldız as the ideal signing and recommends reducing the number of forwards through sales or loan moves. João Pedro, Cole Palmer, Estevão Willian and Geovany Quenda are highlighted as the players around whom Chelsea should build their future attack.
The article reflects the author’s opinions and proposed transfer strategy rather than confirmed plans by Chelsea.
