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Chelsea star opens up on transfer: Why it was an easy decision to make
MARCOS ALONSO insists he didn’t have to think too long about a move to Chelsea.
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The left-back has established himself as one of Antonio Conte’s key players this term.
The 26-year-old Spaniard, who previously played for Bolton and Sunderland, has always had a soft spot for Chelsea.
And when asked why he returned to England, Alonso told talkSPORT: “I have always enjoyed my time here [in England].
Marcos Alonso didn't hesitate about joining Chelsea
Marcos Alonso has been instrumental for Antonio Conte
It was always an idea I had in mind and when they told me about Chelsea [being interested]
“The Premier League is the best league in the world and it’s nice to play football here.
“It was always an idea I had in mind and when they told me about Chelsea [being interested] – it’s a team I’ve always loved – I used to come to watch when I was a kid.
“When I was playing for Bolton, I used to ask [Daniel] Sturridge for tickets to come to the game and obviously I didn’t hesitate about coming here.”
Alonso and Chelsea will be hoping for another clean sheet when they visit Burnley tomorrow (1.30pm).
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