Report: Chelsea record-breaker won’t make La Liga exit | OneFootball

Intermediaries have reportedly been in discussions with Spanish giants Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid regarding the potential transfer of Chelsea’s Enzo Fernandez.

Fernandez, who joined Chelsea in January 2023 for a hefty £105m after the club secured his services from Benfica, has since made 97 appearances for the London side. Under the guidance of Enzo Maresca, the 24-year-old midfielder has seen his role evolve, with Maresca experimenting with him in different positions.

While Fernandez is predominantly regarded as a defensive midfielder (No. 6) or central midfielder (No. 8), Maresca has occasionally deployed him as a No. 10, particularly when Cole Palmer has been unavailable. This role, while a bit of a departure from his usual position, seems to suit his technical abilities.

Despite settling into life at Stamford Bridge, sources suggest that Fernandez has developed an interest in a potential move to Spain. There has been significant speculation, with Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid being the clubs most closely linked to the Argentinian.

However, according to TBR Football, Chelsea have no intention of parting ways with Fernandez. The club have not entered any discussions about a summer sale, and despite whispers of a potential deal circulating through intermediaries, Chelsea sources are firm in their stance.

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Enzo Fernandez was linked with a move to Spain (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Fernandez, who signed a contract with Chelsea until 2032, is in a strong position, with the club holding all the cards regarding his future. Even so, insiders have acknowledged that a move to Atletico Madrid is more likely than to their city rivals, Real Madrid, which explains why the links to Atletico have gained traction.

At present, neither Real Madrid nor Atletico Madrid are actively pursuing a deal, which is good news for Chelsea, who remain committed to retaining Fernandez for the long term.