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Ornstein latest: Chelsea want Alonso & Carrick done deal?

Ornstein latest: Chelsea want Alonso & Carrick done deal?

The Athletic FC Podcast
May 13, 2026 40 min
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<p>Chelsea are exploring a deal to appoint Xabi Alonso as head coach.</p><br><p>So could he bring calm to the chaos at Stamford Bridge?</p><br><p>David Ornstein is joined by Cerys Jones to discuss whether Alonso would be a success at Chelsea.</p><br><p>Plus, The Athletic’s Manchester United correspondent Laurie Whitwell drops in to bring us his story that Michael Carrick is line to take the United job on a permanent basis.</p><br><p>Host: Ayo Akinwolere</p><p>Guests: David Ornstein, Cerys Jones, Laurie Whitwell</p><p>Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead</p><p>Producers: Mike Stavrou, Guy Clarke, Nick Thomson</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

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