Chelsea news: Gittens ready to play for 'world-class midfielder' Alonso
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- • Jamie Gittens to play for Xabi Alonso's Chelsea squad next season.
- • Gittens praises Alonso as "one of the best to do the job".
- • The 21-year-old joined Chelsea from Borussia Dortmund last summer.
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Chelsea winger Jamie Gittens will be part of Xabi Alonso's squad next season. Gittens describes Alonso as "one of the best to do it". The 21-year-old joined Chelsea from Borussia Dortmund in a £52m deal last summer.
Gittens' involvement in Alonso's squad matters as he looks to establish himself at Chelsea. Alonso's management will be key to Gittens' development after a challenging first season with the Blues.
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