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Rogers says there's more to come after starting life at Chelsea with a goal
Chelsea’s British-record signing scored on his debut as Xabi Alonso’s side showed early attacking promise but still looked vulnerable at the back.
- On Monday, August 24, Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso began his Premier League tenure with a 3-2 victory over Fulham at Craven Cottage. Forward Morgan Rogers, midfielder Cole Palmer, and forward Joao Pedro scored to secure the win.
- Rogers scored on his debut after his record-breaking £117 million transfer from Aston Villa, headlining Chelsea's summer spending. The investment aims to revive the club after a disappointing 10th-place finish last season.
- Defensive frailties persisted despite the attacking display, as goalkeeper Robert Sanchez committed errors that allowed Fulham forward Josh King to equalize in the 23rd minute. Alonso's 3-4-3 formation left Chelsea exposed at the back.
- Chelsea defeated Luton Town 2-0 on Thursday with debutant Danny Welbeck scoring. Manager Alonso excluded midfielder Enzo Fernandez from the squad amid transfer speculation regarding Manchester City before the September 1 deadline.
- Manchester City remains linked to Fernandez, reportedly prepared to meet Chelsea's £120 million valuation as the September 1 deadline approaches. Alonso faces a critical decision on whether to retain the midfielder or reinvest.
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Chelsea beat Luton Town 2-0 in the League Cup and advanced to the next round.
·Istanbul, Türkiye
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Chelsea secured a 2-0 victory against Luton Town in the third round of the Carabao Cup, thanks to Welbeck's debut goal and an own goal by the opponent. Along with the win in his home debut, Manager Alonso explained that the exclusion of Enzo Fernandez, who has been linked with a move to Manchester City, was a tactical decision. Chelsea have advanced to the next round and are set to face Leeds United.
Carabao Cup second round: Chelsea 2 Luton Town 0
·Luton, United Kingdom
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