Chelsea's options to replace Marc Cucurella as Man Utd deal hijacked and Real Madrid star eyed

Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso is anticipated to explore the transfer market for a Marc Cucurella replacement. The defender has completed a £51.7 million move to Real Madrid . The 27-year-old had been widely tipped to depart Stamford Bridge after four years with the Blues, though the swift nature of his exit caught many off guard . Cucurella disclosed just last week that he had been "filled with confidence" following discussions with Alonso while away with Spain on international duty.