During Chelsea's trip to Hong Kong, former head coach and club representative Roberto Di Matteo was interviewed by Hong Kong media.

On Transfers

Di Matteo stated that a coach's primary responsibility is to refine the team's playing style and achieve seasonal objectives, and should not worry excessively about financial investments. Players and coaches naturally put pressure on themselves, so there is no need for external parties to add more pressure. He also emphasized that financial planning is the board and management's responsibility, and the coach should focus on work on the pitch.

On Alonso

Despite his relative youth, Alonso possesses extensive coaching experience and has demonstrated top-level abilities during his time in the Bundesliga. Di Matteo has long followed the Bundesliga and is impressed by Alonso's ability to establish a team's playing style and reshape team mentality. He believes Alonso has deep knowledge backed by a strong coaching staff.

On Recruiting Veteran Players in the Summer Transfer Window

It is crucial to bring in mentally mature players with Premier League experience. Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson, in particular, can effectively stabilize the dressing room. He noted that the Premier League is the most competitive league in the world, and many foreign players struggle to adapt immediately. Veteran players can help young players integrate into the team quickly both on and off the pitch. He also cited his own experience joining Chelsea, where veteran players helped guide new arrivals and played a key role in the team's subsequent success.

More on Alonso

Di Matteo urged fans and club management to show more patience with Xabi Alonso, as the team's tactical style, football philosophy, and team ethos all require long-term refinement and cannot be achieved overnight. He stated that many successful football clubs are built through long-term leadership by a head coach, and Chelsea should also give the new manager sufficient time to establish a system. Even if they cannot win the title immediately, as long as the team's development direction is correct and they continue to improve steadily, it can be considered a success.

Chelsea can still recruit promising young talents like Morgan Rogers, whom Di Matteo said demonstrates the club's strong appeal and clear long-term planning. He stated that although the team cannot compete in Europe this season, Chelsea remains an ambitious giant club, and its comprehensive support plan and development environment can still attract top-level players.

Regarding Chelsea's friendly match against Juventus tonight, Di Matteo predicted it would be a highly competitive encounter, quite different from a casual warm-up match. He also praised Kai Tak Sports Park for its excellent facilities, beautiful exterior, and retractable roof, which can create an outstanding match atmosphere, making it a top-quality football venue.

When asked if he planned to return to coaching, Di Matteo smiled and said he is very enjoying his current life and has no plans to return to a coaching position for now, but football will always be an important part of his life, and he will continue to be involved in football in various capacities in the future.

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