Xabi Alonso reveals new Chelsea injury boost before Tottenham showdown

Blues face London rivals Spurs in Sydney Super Cup clash this weekend

Sky Sports chief correspondent Kaaveh Solhekol takes a closer look at Chelsea's shift in transfer strategy with a focus on bringing in more 'experienced' players.

‘There will be a lot of transfer links, a lot of rumours’ Chelsea hit back to beat Western Sydney Wanderers 6-4 Xabi Alonso refused to confirm Chelsea are interested in signing the veterans Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson after his first game in charge of the team, a 6-4 pre-season victory against Western Sydney W

The surprising pursuit of several players in their 30s this summer shows Chelsea have learnt lessons from a calamitous season dogged by inexperienced and ill-discipline – but will it fix the problem?

The Blues broke their transfer record last week to make Rogers the most expensive British buy.

Xabi Alonso asks for patience as he begins Chelsea reign  ESPN

The versatile Rogers was signed from Aston Villa last week for £117 million ($157 million), a record for a British player.