Spanish Xabi Alonso, the new head coach of English club Chelsea, urged during his first press conference on Monday the necessity of arming oneself with a 'thirst' for victories. Alonso explained: 'Certainly this is a goal, but to achieve it you need to do many things correctly, and be part of this process: how do we want to play? How do we want to see ourselves? How do we want to handle matches wherever we go?' The Spanish coach continued: 'This is my job, and that's why I really look forward to having all the team members in my hands. At the current time we have some offers, but they are still in their early stages, but certainly we want to be there, and time will tell. We are ambitious, and at Chelsea we need to share that energy, that ambition, and also the hunger to achieve success.' Alonso, 44, also expressed his opinion on the current World Cup, recalling memories of his 2010 title with the Spanish national team. The former Real Madrid coach avoided talking about specific goals for Chelsea in his first season, but affirmed that the dream of qualifying for European competitions remains present.

This statement comes as Chelsea seeks to regain its standing in the English league after a disappointing season.

Chelsea is betting on Alonso's experience as an international player and former Real Madrid coach to return the team to the path of victories. The issue of qualifying for the Champions League remains the most prominent goal for the London club in the new season. Alonso's success in conveying his ambition to the players at the start of the season remains a true test of his coaching career.