Spanish defender Marcos Alonso extends his contract with Chelsea until 2023

LONDON (Reuters) – Spanish defender Marcos Alonso has signed a five-year extension in 2023, Chelsea said on Wednesday.

The 27-year-old, who left Fiorentina to join Chelsea in August 2016, he proved to be a more effective wing under former coach Antonio Conte and played a significant role in Chelsea's victory in Premier League in the first season. Who played for the club in addition to his role in the London Cup win last season.

Alonso began his career with Real Madrid.

Since Maurizio Sari took the reins of the team at the beginning of the current season, Alonso has moved to the left rear.

"I am very happy to stay here (at Stamford Bridge) longer and continue to play in one of the best teams in the world," Alonso told the club's website after signing the new contract.

"The two previous seasons have been good and I want to do more."

Alonso, who has represented Spain three times internationally, scored 15 goals for Chelsea in 92 appearances.

"We are very pleased to extend Alonso's contract over the last two seasons, he has become a key player for the club and has proven himself to be a great player and a great player." 39, helped to become a champion of the Premier League and the Spanish team, "said Chelsea manager Granovskaya.