Xabi Alonso has started his first season as Premier League manager in a good way. Not at title pace, but for Chelsea supporters, a top five finish after 8 games is something to live with after the tenacious last season that finished in 10th place outside the ticket to play in Europe. On Saturday, Michael Carrick goes out at Stamford Bridge with a completely different starting point than his Spanish colleague. Alonso empathizes with the United coach.
The Chelsea manager does as Cesc Fabregas did before he led Como against United in the Champions League, expecting a difficult task against Manchester United, even though there has been a lot of turmoil around the club in recent weeks.
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“For me, it doesn’t change anything. Whatever the situation, we have to prepare in the same way. We focus on what we can control. It’s about our preparation, our decisions and our mentality. We know it’s a good team we’re up against,” Alonso began, according to Football London.
Before he shows his respect for Michael Carrick, both as a person, player and coach.
“United have a good squad, good players and a good coach, so it will be a difficult game. We have to reach our highest level and deliver a good performance if we are to win the game. I have a lot of respect for Michael and I really feel for him as a coach,” the former Liverpool player continues.
“I know him because we’ve met each other, and recently we also played a legendary match together, where we had a little chat. He’s a very good guy, who you would love to be with, but beyond that, it’s not my job to comment on the situation,” Alonso said at the press conference.
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