(FILES) Real Madrid's Spanish coach Xabi Alonso gestures on the touchline during the Spanish league football match between Real Oviedo and Real Madrid CF at Carlos Tartiere Stadium in Oviedo on August 24, 2025. Chelsea appointed Xabi Alonso as the club's manager on Sunday, May 17, on a four-year deal with the Spaniard the latest coach tasked with turning around the club's fortunes. (Photo by Cesar MANSO / AFP via Getty Images)