Five more years! Marcos Alonso signs new Chelsea deal

Premier League
By Robert Abong'o | Oct 24, 2018
Marcos Alonso has committed his long-term future to Chelsea [Courtesy]

Marcos Alonso had committed his long-term to Chelsea Football Club, signing a contract extension that runs until 2023.

Alonso, who is close to making 100 appearances for Chelsea since joining them from Italian outfit Fiorentina in 2016, has scored 15 goals.

Alonso was also an integral part of former manager Antonio Conte’s title-winning side.

He has already won the Premier League and FA Cup with Chelsea [Courtesy]

His performances have seen him not only become Premier League champion but a prolific Spanish international.

"I am so happy to stay here longer and to keep playing for one of the best teams in the world. It’s been a very good two seasons and I am looking forward to more," said Alonso.

Alonso has scored 15 goals [Courtesy]

"We are delighted to be extending Marcos’ contract. In the past two seasons he has developed into an important player for the club, demonstrating his outstanding ability and a fantastic attitude that has helped him become a Premier League champion and Spain international," Marina Granovskia, Chelsea’s Director said. 

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