Paul Merson has warned Xabi Alonso that it would be a "massive, massive failure" if Chelsea do not qualify for next season's Champions League.

Pundit Paul Merson has warned manager Xabi Alonso that failing to qualify for the Champions League would be a massive failure for Chelsea. Speaking to Sky Sports following Chelsea's defeat against Sunderland at the Stadium of Light, the former Arsenal midfielder criticized the team's lack of consistency and subpar performance.
Merson emphasized that alternating between good and bad performances will prevent the Blues from securing a top-five finish. The Pride of London notes that after significant squad investment, Alonso must urgently resolve the squad's inconsistency to avoid severe financial and sporting repercussions.
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