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Enzo Fernandez openly targets Argentina captaincy after Messi era

Enzo Fernandez
December 2025

Enzo Fernandez has admitted he dreams of captaining Argentina once Messi steps aside, stressing he is not chasing the iconic No.10 status but would be honoured to wear the armband when the coaching staff decide the team is ready for a new leader. The Chelsea midfielder pointed to his own experience as captain at club level and said he would gladly accept the responsibility if chosen, while acknowledging the timing and decision rest entirely with Lionel Scaloni’s staff and the natural evolution of the squad.

Real Madrid renew £100m pursuit of Enzo Fernández as Chelsea brace for bids

Enzo Fernández (Chelsea)
October 2025

Real Madrid are intensifying efforts to sign Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández, with a potential offer exceeding £100 million being prepared. Fernández’s openness to a move could determine the outcome as Madrid target elite midfield reinforcements.
According to Football Insider, Madrid are also tracking Moisés Caicedo’s progress at Chelsea as part of their broader midfield revamp. With both players integral to Enzo Maresca’s system, Chelsea are unlikely to sell easily, but Real’s pursuit underscores their plan to rebuild under Xabi Alonso with proven international quality.

Chelsea hit by fresh injury blow as Enzo Fernández withdraws from Argentina duty

Enzo Fernández (Chelsea)
October 2025

Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández has returned to London with a knee issue after featuring for Argentina in a 1-0 win over Venezuela. The Blues fear the midfielder may miss upcoming matches as manager Enzo Maresca navigates a mounting injury crisis.
Fernández played 78 minutes despite visible knee strapping before synovitis forced his early return. With Cole Palmer, Wesley Fofana, and Levi Colwill already sidelined, Maresca faces selection headaches. Moisés Caicedo also missed Ecuador’s internationals with a suspected knock, adding to the club’s growing fitness concerns ahead of their league trip to Nottingham Forest.

Chelsea Block Real Madrid’s Midfield Raid

Enzo Fernández, Moisés Caicedo (Chelsea)
October 2025

Chelsea have rejected Real Madrid’s interest in Enzo Fernández and Moisés Caicedo, insisting both midfielders are untouchable. Madrid scouts have been tracking the duo, but the Blues view them as central to long-term plans under contracts running until 2031 and 2032.
Fernández and Caicedo both impressed in Chelsea’s 1-0 Champions League win over Benfica, reinforcing why they are off-limits. The decision signals Chelsea’s intent to protect key assets, even amid Madrid’s persistent targeting of Premier League midfield talent for their rebuild.

Joao Pedro Fires Chelsea to Contentious Win Over Fulham

Joao Pedro (Chelsea)
August 2025

Chelsea beat Fulham 2-0 at Stamford Bridge in a match marred by refereeing controversies. Joao Pedro scored his fifth goal of the season and Enzo Fernandez added a penalty, but Fulham fans fumed over two contentious VAR decisions. Fulham had Joshua King’s opener disallowed after VAR ruled a foul in the build-up, before a dubious handball call led to Fernandez’s penalty. Chelsea improved after halftime but faced chants of “2-0 to the referee,” despite extending their unbeaten start to the season.

Chelsea Set to Keep £225m Midfield Duo Amid Transfer Speculation

Enzo Fernández, Moisés Caicedo (Chelsea)
May 2025

Chelsea have no intention of selling midfield stars Enzo Fernández and Moisés Caicedo, despite interest from Real Madrid and Saudi clubs. Both remain central to the club’s long-term plans.
Fernández is under contract until 2031 after a £110m move from Benfica, while Caicedo signed an eight-year deal last summer worth up to £115m. Chelsea will focus instead on strengthening other positions this summer.

Enzo Fernández Tempted by Atlético Move, But Chelsea Star Staying Put — For Now

Enzo Fernández (Chelsea)
Ongoing (Post-International Break, March 2025)

Atlético Madrid are keen to sign Chelsea’s Enzo Fernández, and several Argentina teammates attempted to lure him during the recent international break.
Despite strong pressure from Atlético stars Rodrigo De Paul, Nahuel Molina, Ángel Correa, and Giuliano Simeone while with Argentina, Fernández has reportedly turned down a move to Diego Simeone’s side — for now. He enjoys life in London and is under contract at Chelsea until 2032, but sources say he’s “keeping his options open.” Real Madrid are also monitoring the situation.

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