Chelsea Transfers: Premier League Transfer – Premier League and London giants Chelsea have reportedly opened talks with Benfica midfield star Enzo Fernandez. The youngster shined with Argentina as the South American nation went on to win the FIFA World Cup trophy in 2022. The 21-year-old won the best young player of the tournament and joined Benfica this summer from River Plate. Follow Premier League Transfer Live Updates on InsideSport.IN
Chelsea Transfers: Chelsea in Red HOT Pursuit for Enzo Fernandez amidst Interest from Manchester United, London Blues keen to continue Project REBUILD – Check Out
The Argentine midfielder made the headlines in recent times after attracting offers from heavyweights like Manchester United and Chelsea. The player currently has a contract deal till 2027 with a whopping release clause of €120m. The London Blues eye the youngster as a part of their rebuild project and are considering offering a price upfront.
Though the club president claimed that the player can leave in the winter transfer window if any club manages to pay the release clause, but then the club put up a statement to deny the news.
Chelsea Transfers: Chelsea in Red HOT Pursuit for Enzo Fernandez amidst Interest from Manchester United, London Blues keen to continue Project REBUILD – Check Out
“SL Benfica clarifies that at no time did the President of the Club, Rui Costa, utter the words that are being disseminated in Italy by DAZN. Sport Lisboa e Benfica reiterates its intention to count on the player Enzo Fernández until the end of the season,” said the club statement.
Confirmed. All indications are for Enzo Fernández to start on bench tonight, while he gave green light to Chelsea as reported yesterday. 🚨🔵 #CFC
Club to club discussions continue, but still nothing decided with Benfica on the payment terms/release clause. https://t.co/f0NBlpEQBy
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) December 30, 2022
Chelsea is currently placed 8th on the points table and is looking for a major turnaround in the Premier League race. With Reece James injured yet again in their last, the English defender is expected to miss action for around 3-4 weeks. In the meantime, the club is looking to secure the transfer of another defender, Benoit Badiashile who currently plays for Monaco.
Chelsea Transfers: Chelsea in Red HOT Pursuit for Enzo Fernandez amidst Interest from Manchester United, London Blues keen to continue Project REBUILD – Check Out
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