Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso says Moisés Caicedo is one of the best holding players in the world, highlighting the midfielder’s qualities as he prepares for Chelsea’s pre-season schedule in Australia. Alonso makes the assessment ahead of Chelsea’s friendly against Tottenham Hotspur in Sydney. Both reports describe Caicedo as newly back with the Blues for the tour after representing Ecuador at the World Cup. Alonso’s comments focus on Caicedo’s role and overall attributes, including his “heart” and “mentality,” and he suggests the player has room to improve further. The praise frames Caicedo as a key type of midfielder in Chelsea’s system—particularly in a holding role—while the club continues preparations for the coming season. The articles present the statements as part of Alonso’s outlook on the squad during pre-season rather than an in-game evaluation.