Atletico Madrid are plotting a swap deal with Chelsea this summer. They are keen to land Argentine star and are willing to send Spanish star in other direction.
Atletico Madrid are keen to sign one Chelsea star in particular this summer. It is the Argentine midfielder Enzo Fernandez. Earlier, some Atletico players playing for Argentina tried to convince Fernandez to join them. But, the 24 year old turned down the offer in order to stay at West London.
Enzo Fernandez is playing a big role at Chelsea right now. He has scored 5 goals and picked 9 assists this season. The Blues have no intention to let him leave but their stance can change if a suitable offer arises. Atletico unwilling to give up are now plotting a swap deal.
Atletico Madrid plotting a swap deal with Chelsea
According to Fichajes, Atletico are willing to pay Chelsea €30 million along with Pablo Barrios. The Blues showed interest in Barrios earlier and hence this can result in them agreeing to sell Fernandez. The two clubs have a good relationship and hence the deal can move on swifty.
🚨 Atlético Madrid want Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez – and the Spanish side are preparing an offer of around £25m, plus Pablo Barrios in exchange for the Argentine midfielder.
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Barrios is 21 years old and fits perfectly in Chelsea’s hiring criteria. Just like Enzo Fernandez, he can play as both central and holding midfielder. Hence, the Blues can view this as a like for like replacement. But, the deal will also depend on players.
As of now, Fernandez has interest from plenty other clubs. He said that he likes London and wants to stay there. He has contract with Chelsea running until 2032 and hence he can turn down the offer from Atletico once again.
Barrios has came up through Atletico’s academy. He too has interest from other clubs who are open to spend big on him. Atletico can bag a hefty profit which they can use on signing other players.
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