Xabi Alonso agrees to become Chelsea head coach.

Chelsea has appointed Xabi Alonso as manager on a four-year contract, following the club's FA Cup final defeat to Manchester City. The appointment comes less than 24 hours after the final and represents a significant managerial change for the Premier League club as it seeks to improve its sporting performance.

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