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Pacy wing back could be Alonso’s long term target to replace Chavarria

Chelsea are being linked with an emerging left back talent who is looking dangerous in Serie A. If you enjoy Talk Chelsea coverage and want…

By Will Faulks · Talk Chelsea

Published: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 12:03 PM

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Talk Chelsea highlights Roma teenager Emanuele Lulli as a potential long-term target for Xabi Alonso to replace Pep Chavarria.
TeamTalk reports that Chelsea, Liverpool, and Arsenal are closely monitoring the 19-year-old Roma wing-back.
Writer Will Faulks views current left options Jorrel Hato and Chavarria as lacking potential to become world-class attacking wing-backs.

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Talk Chelsea suggests Roma teenager Emanuele Lulli could become a long-term target for Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso to upgrade the left wing-back position. TeamTalk reports that Chelsea, Liverpool, and Arsenal are currently monitoring the 19-year-old Italian youth international during his breakthrough season under Roma coach Gian Piero Gasperini.

The piece argues that while Jorrel Hato and Pep Chavarria offer options on the left, neither appears likely to reach world-class status as attacking wing-backs. Meanwhile, summer signing Marco Palestra is anticipated to make his first start for Chelsea after returning from injury.

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