Marcos Alonso has signed a new Chelsea F.C. contract this afternoon that runs till 2023. The Spanish international arrived from Fiorentina in 2016 and has not had to look back so far , thus putting the pen on the paper.
Since his arrival he has positively impacted a vast majority of the games he has played. Apart from plying his trade at the left-back position , the Spaniard has also proven to be a considerable asset going forward for Chelsea, with 14 goals and seven assists in his 64 Premier League appearances for the club.
Speaking in September, Sarri said: “Alonso I think at the moment in this position, left-back, he is maybe the best in Europe.
“Physical qualities at top level, I think. He’s doing very well in the offensive phase. I also think he can improve in the defensive phase. He could be the best left-back in the world.”
Club director Marina Granovskaia said: “We are delighted to be extending Marcos’ contract.
“In the past two seasons he has developed into an important player for the club, demonstrating his outstanding ability and a fantastic attitude that has helped him become a Premier League champion and Spain international.”
Marcos Alonso has also been called up for Spain National team on 3 occasions.