Chelsea have now spent close to €400 million in just one month under Xabi Alonso, a figure that already surpasses what Mikel Arteta spent across his first three seasons combined (€385.02m).
Despite the heavy investment, Chelsea have not impressed in their 2026 club friendlies, losing 1–0 to Juventus and 2–1 to 10‑man Tottenham, results that have created uncertainty and frustration among fans.
Chelsea’s 2026 Summer Signings
- Barco — €40m
- Rogers — €137.3m
- Lacroix — €60.7m
- Palestra — €55m
- Welbeck — €5.9m
- Quenda — €50m
- Denner — €10m
- Satpaev — €2.4m
- Emegha — €25m
There have been arguments among fans that Barco, Quenda, Denner, Satpaev, and Emegha were signings made during the Rosenior and Maresca eras. However, Softfootball can confirm that regardless of when the deals were initially agreed, all transfers were officially completed in the 2026 summer window.
