Enzo Fernandez Eyes Chelsea Exit as Real Madrid Lead Transfer Race
Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernández is reportedly considering leaving Chelsea F.C. after the club failed to secure European football for next season.
Chelsea are said to value the 25-year-old at around £120 million despite signing him from S.L. Benfica in 2023 for £107 million. Fernandez still has a long-term contract at Stamford Bridge until 2032, which has strengthened the club’s valuation.
The World Cup-winning midfielder remains part of Chelsea’s plans for next season, but the club could listen to offers that match their asking price. Fernandez enjoyed an impressive campaign, scoring 15 goals and providing seven assists, finishing second in the club’s Player of the Season voting.
Reports claim his agent, Javier Pastore, is already exploring possible destinations, with Real Madrid CF believed to be the player’s preferred choice.
Manchester City F.C. have also been linked with the midfielder as the club prepares for a new era under expected incoming manager Enzo Maresca. However, City are reportedly focusing more on signing Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest F.C..
French champions Paris Saint-Germain F.C. are also understood to have cooled their interest in Fernandez despite earlier rumours linking them with the midfielder.
Real Madrid are reportedly reluctant to meet Chelsea’s huge valuation unless they raise funds through player sales, especially as they are also monitoring Rodri of Manchester City.
Chelsea officials are believed to be planning major squad improvements ahead of next season under new manager Xabi Alonso following a disappointing campaign that saw the Blues finish 10th in the league without winning a trophy.
