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·3 July 2026

Chelsea midfielder posts cryptic message after Real Madrid rule out move

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Enzo Fernandez has shared a cryptic message on social media following Real Madrid’s official statement denying any interest in signing the Chelsea midfielder this summer.

Earlier in the day, the Spanish heavyweights released a statement rejecting reports that they had contacted the Argentina international or were actively pursuing his transfer, insisting that no such negotiations had taken place.


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This came after Enzo’s agent, Javier Pastore, had been commenting about a potential move to the Santiago Bernabeu this summer, suggesting that Real Madrid were interested and had made an approach.

This prompted a response from Los Blancos, who made it clear that neither had they spoken to anyone from Enzo’s camp nor they wished to sign him.

A biblical message

While away with Argentina at the World Cup, Enzo responded with a post on Instagram that quickly attracted attention.

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The midfielder shared a passage from the Bible accompanied by a white heart emoji, a detail that prompted widespread speculation among fans.

His post read: “My God, You always keep Your promises and do everything with love. You are always close to those who call on You sincerely. Psalm 145:17–18.”

The inclusion of the white heart led some supporters to interpret the message as symbolic, although Enzo did not provide any further explanation or reference Real Madrid directly.

No direct response

Despite the timing of the post, there is nothing to suggest that Enzo’s message was an explicit response to Real Madrid’s statement.

The midfielder remains focused on Argentina’s World Cup campaign, while speculation over his club future continues to generate headlines.

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Real Madrid not pursuing Enzo Fernandez. (Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images)

Despite the non-stop rumours, fuelled further by his agent’s comments, Real Madrid never saw Enzo as a realistic target this summer, owing to the fact that Chelsea would demand a transfer fee well in excess of €100 million for him.

In addition, there is a belief within the Spanish capital club’s offices that the 2022 FIFA World Cup winner might not entirely be compatible with the current set of midfielders they have in the squad.

For now, neither Enzo nor his representatives have publicly commented on Real Madrid’s official denial of a move for him.

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