Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez has discussed the rumours that he will move to Real Madrid this summer. The 25-year-old playmaker is getting ready to play for Argentina as the 2026 World Cup gets closer this year in North America.
After Enzo Maresca left Stamford Bridge not long ago, the midfielder is said to have lost faith in the West London club because of the ongoing instability. Meanwhile, the Spanish giants are looking for a long-term replacement for legendary players like Toni Kroos and Luka Modric to hold down their midfield.
The Blues are currently in sixth place in the Premier League and will have to work hard to qualify for the Champions League next season. The realisation that he might not be able to play in elite European football has made rumours stronger that the former Benfica star might want to leave London. It is believed that the Argentine international would be open to a “dream move” to the Santiago Bernabeu this summer.
Fernandez was asked about his ties to Real Madrid while he was on his way to join the Argentina team this week. The midfielder quickly made it clear that his main focus for the rest of the season is still on his duties with Chelsea. He remained professional and said there have been no formal talks between the two clubs yet:
“We’ll see after the World Cup. We’ve had zero talks as of now. Honestly, nothing yet [with Real Madrid]. Now I am focused on Chelsea and what’s left in the last few games this season.”
The Spanish giants haven’t started any formal proceedings yet, but the Argentine midfielder is still at the top of their list of players to sign in the next transfer window. Reports say that Enzo Maresca’s recent firing has left the player unhappy and wanting to seek a new challenge abroad. Chelsea aren’t worried about the situation right now because he has a long contract, but they might think about offering him better pay to keep him on.
Real Madrid still want Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez for the long term
Real Madrid has been interested in Enzo Fernandez for a while, and this summer might be the best time for him to join the team. Los Blancos have been watching the 25-year-old since he played for River Plate, and they were also interested in him before he moved from Benfica to Chelsea.
In the past, Fernandez was vague about his future, and various news outlets reported that Paris Saint-Germain was interested in him. Al-Ittihad in Saudi Arabia is also reportedly interested, but Fernandez wouldn’t think about moving to the Middle East. The midfielder is said to prefer a move to the Spanish top flight over other options.