As Xabi Alonso continues to look for new ways to improve his Chelsea team, football.london also considers players who may be set for an exit
Manager Xabi Alonso of Chelsea during a training session at the Kai Tak Youth Sports Ground on August 3, 2026 in Hong Kong, China
Xabi Alonso is still building up his Chelsea squad(Image: Chelsea FC via Getty Images)
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Xabi Alonso knows who he wants to come through the door next, but as many as 16 Chelsea stars are expected to exit.
Since Alonso was officially unveiled at Stamford Bridge, six stars have been brought to the club. Marco Palestra was the first signing under the Spaniard, while Morgan Rogers' £117m move followed.
Maxence Lacroix's from Crystal Palace became the latest arrival, ahead of the surprise signings of England veterans Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson, which were then followed by Valentin Barcot.
With six arriving under the ex-Real Madrid boss, it's understood by football.london the Blues are confident they can wrap up a deal for Rayo Vallecano left-back Pep Chavarria.
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While negotiations with the La Liga side take place, it's understood 16 Chelsea stars are expected to leave, either permanently or on loan, according to the Athletic.
Last season's £30m summer signing Liam Delap is understood to be free to leave. Meanwhile, Aston Villa still have their eye on £65m rated Nicolas Jackson, while Marc Guiu is also being linked with permanent moves in England and in Europe.
Filip Jorgensen recently departed the Blues' pre-season tour early to formalise a move away, with BlueCo sister club Strasbourg being mentioned as a potential destination.
West Ham United's Axel Disasi celebrates at the end of the match during the Premier League match between Fulham and West Ham United at Craven Cottage on March 4, 2026 in London, United Kingdom
Disasi impressed while on loan at West Ham last season(Image: CameraSport via Getty Images)
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Axel Disasi is also anticipated to leave after his loan move at West Ham last season and reportedly has a £25m price-tag on his head.
The club still thinks highly of Mamadou Sarr, who could move on loan to another English club. Aaron Anselmino may also be loaned to another side, either in England or in Europe.
Forgotten man David Datro Fofana is expected to leave permanently this summer after receiving few opportunities in west London. A host of youngsters are also expected to be sent on temporary moves.
David Datro Fofana of Chelsea during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Fulham FC at Stamford Bridge on February 03, 2023 in London, England
David Datro Fofana is expected to depart the club permanently(Image: Visionhaus/Getty Images)
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Genesis Antwi recently secured a loan move to Strasbourg. Caleb Wiley has loan options in England, while Deivid Washington's future is more open, with temporary and permanent moves understood to be on the table.
That then leaves Omari Kellyman, Reggie Walsh, Shumaira Mheuka and Ryan Kavuma-McQueen, who are also believed to be discussing loan moves this summer. Alonso still has time to bolster his side and trim it down.
The Blues face Juventus in a pre-season friendly in Hong Kong, before taking on AC Milan in Jakarta, Indonesia, and Johor Darul Ta'zim in Malaysia. Just before the Premier League opener against Fulham, Chelsea will also face Real Sociedad in another friendly at Stamford Bridge.