Dear football,
Today, I want to share with you that this season will be my last as a professional footballer. After so many years living my dream, I feel it’s time to start a new chapter in my life.
Being honest, even though I have been preparing myself for this moment, I found it hard to write this letter. After 20 seasons , many people have played an important role in my career.
When I first kicked a ball as a child in Pamplona with my schoolmates, I never imagined the amazing journey ahead. I’m grateful for every moment: the wins, the tough losses, the challenges, and most of all, the people I’ve met and the friendships I’ve made along the way.
To my teammates, coaches, and every staff member at all the clubs I’ve been lucky to be part of, thank you for helping me grow as a person and a player every day. Wearing the shirts of CA Osasuna, Olympique Marseille, Chelsea FC, Atlético de Madrid, Sevilla FC, and representing my country at the biggest stages has been a true privilege. Every moment has meant so much to me…
Chelsea Football Club is delighted to announce the appointment of Xabi Alonso as Manager of the Men’s Team.
The Spaniard will begin his role on July 1, 2026, having agreed a four-year contract at Stamford Bridge.
Welcome to Chelsea, Xabi!
@DJDRELAURIN You’ve got to take a massive L. You spent months trying to argue with people that they weren’t going on tour together just for it to be announced today 😂
Everyone at Chelsea FC is deeply saddened by the passing of our former goalkeeping coach, Silvino Louro.
Our thoughts and condolences are with his family and friends at this difficult time. 💙
Everyone at Chelsea FC is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Angela Maria da Silva, beloved mother of Thiago Silva.
Our thoughts are with Thiago, and all of Angela’s family and friends at this difficult time. 💙
2006 a kid arrived at Chelsea with a dream in his heart, boots too big for his feet, but belief from the start. Fast forward to 2026, still wearing the same blue shirt with the same fire inside. This club raised me, shaped me, and gave me a place to call home. Through every game, every battle, every lesson I’ve grown. Now the journey rolls on, the dream still true. Extended till 2032… and still bleeding blue.
For a small Belgian guy from Braine-le-Comte playing for fun, being inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame with these greats of the game at 34 years old is crazy. Thank you to all of you; I will see you soon, my friends! 💙
@GoldbergCFC You’ve had one month of having lunches with Joe Shields & being invited to after parties by Chalobah and it’s got you drinking the kool aid
Everyone at Chelsea FC is devastated to learn of the tragic passing of Diogo Jota and his brother, Andre.
Our thoughts go out to their family, friends and all at Liverpool FC at this incredibly difficult time. 💙