Chelsea are preparing a 125 million euro bid to replace their star player Enzo Fernandez if needed. Chelsea’s new manager Liam Rosenior have once again given the blues their spot in the top 6 in the Premier league table. Although the club’s problem are far from over as the Spanish giants Real Madrid want to sign their star midfielder Enzo Fernandez. It won’t be easy for Madrid, as the player hasn’t given a green light. Although Enzo is fully focused on Chelsea’s project, the management is also planning a backup. It would be exciting to see how the club manages the situation of their key player.
Enzo Fernandez has long been on the radar of Real Madrid. Who want to sign a midfielder in the summer of 2026. Los Blancos are keen on a midfielder who can pull the strings and control the tempo, and Chelsea star Fernandez is a player that the Spanish and European giants are keen on bringing to Estadio Bernabeu. Sources have told us that the Premier League club have softened their stance on the Argentina international midfielder and will sell Fernandez at the right price. Chelsea are well aware that they will need to find a replacement for Fernandez if they sell him. A Spanish report has revealed that the Blues are planning to raid Paris Saint-Germain for Joao Neves. According to Fichajes, ‘Chelsea are preparing a €125 million (£108.4m, $145.5m) offer’ for Neves. Whom the report has described as ‘a complete midfielder.’ The Spanish media outlet has claimed that Chelsea, who recently appointed Liam Rosenior as their manager. Following the departure of Enzo Maresca, are ‘clear if Enzo Fernandez leaves the club, they will immediately replace him,’ adding that Neves ‘fits perfectly into’ their ‘philosophy.’ Neves has been on the books of PSG since 2024.
🚨Enzo Fernandez is the latest player to miss out through illness for Pafos. Rosenior highlighted he was already struggling but battled through versus Brentford.
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How Neves impressed Chelsea and potentially be the “next Enzo Fernandez”
The PSG star remains composed in possession of the ball, averaging a pass-completion rate of 92.5% per 90 over the past year. Which ranks him in the 98th percentile for midfielders. The 21-year-old’s attacking prowess is highlighted by the fact he places in the 95th percentile for non-penalty goals.
The youngster has already found the back of the net five times in Ligue 1 this season. While also chipping in with two goal involvements in four Champions League outings. Despite always featuring in a central midfield role. Moreover, journalist Matthew Law was left very impressed by the starlet last season, describing him as “sensational” in March, before PSG went on to win the Champions League for the first time. Chelsea’s number one priority should be to keep hold of Fernandez, as the 25-year-old has already proven himself in the Premier League over the past four seasons, but should the central midfielder move to Real Madrid, Neves has proven he could be an excellent replacement. Should the Argentina international move on, the Blues want to get a replacement through the door as quickly as possible.
Fan’s reaction
The fans are a bit nervous with the situation of Enzo Fernandez. There are a lot of rumors about the player potentially leaving the club for Real Madrid that have left the fans speechless. The player they once thought would be irreplaceable is now on Real Madrid’s radar. Social media is full of debates and conversations regarding the player’s situation. Although the club is looking for Neves the fans want Enzo at Stamford Bridge.
Author’s insight
From the author’s point of view, the fans want the Argentine to stay at their club for a long period of time. The club should look after this matter as soon as possible.
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