Chelsea just shipped Enzo Fernandez to Manchester City in a summer deadline day stunner, leaving a massive hole in their midfield. Now, Xabi Alonso, looking to fill that void, has his eyes firmly set on one Liverpool star, Alexis Mac Allister, and honestly, the Reds might have created this mess themselves.
Liverpool’s Contract Headache Is Chelsea’s Opportunity
Alexis Mac Allister, the 27-year-old Argentina international and a FIFA World Cup winner, is reportedly super frustrated. Why? Because while guys like Ryan Gravenberch and Dominik Szoboszlai are getting sweet new deals at Anfield, Mac Allister has been offered absolutely nothing. His current contract runs out in 2028, and you gotta wonder what sporting director Julian Ward is thinking. Are they really going to risk losing their No. 10 for free in less than two years? Or will they try to cash in during an upcoming transfer window?
This whole situation has put Chelsea on red alert. According to Football Insider, a deal for Mac Allister could get wrapped up as early as January. Xabi Alonso is absolutely determined to bolster his midfield, especially after not replacing Enzo Fernandez when he bounced to City. Mac Allister’s potential availability and his very public frustration at Anfield make him a prime target. The Blues’ hierarchy apparently holds him in high regard, and they’re stepping up their efforts to get a deal done. A January move isn’t just possible, it’s looking very, very likely.
From Anfield Bargain to Stamford Bridge Target?
Think about this: Mac Allister joined Liverpool from Brighton in summer 2023 for a bargain £35 million. He even became a Premier League champion with them! His form took a dip during the 2025/26 season, but he’s supposedly bounced back since his contract outburst. Still, the clock is ticking for Liverpool to make an offer before January. If they don’t, Chelsea is absolutely poised to snatch him up.
So, the big question is, will Liverpool finally put a new deal on the table, or are they going to let a World Cup winner walk right into a rival’s arms? Get ready, because January could be absolutely wild for midfield action.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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