19 minutes is enough… Alonso gives the Chelsea stars an early red eye

The Spanish coach imposes his personality

“Chelsea” coach Xabi Alonso decided to replace one of his team’s players before the start of the season today, Tuesday, just 19 minutes after he came on as a substitute in a friendly match.

New Blues manager familiarizes himself with squad on pre-season tour of Australia and AsiaHe started his tour with a friendly match against Western Sydney Wanderers, which ended in Chelsea’s victory (6-4).

Chelsea entered the second half in a 2-2 draw with Western Sydney, and Alonso made the decision to bring on 20-year-old Omari Kilman in place of Ryan Kawuma-McQueen before the start of the second half.

But Kelman lasted just 19 minutes before being replaced by Brazilian talent Esteva, according to the paper.The sun“.

The attacking midfielder joined the Blues in 2024 from Aston Villa for £19m.

But his first season was marred by ankle and hamstring injuries that kept him out of former coach Enzo Maresca’s plans.

Kyleman spent last season on loan with Cardiff City in the Premier League where he impressed with 11 goals in 36 appearances.

But if his limited playing time is any indication, Kellman faces another battle to prove his worth under Alonso.

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