Atletico Madrid will reportedly look to sign 24-year-old Argentine midfielder Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea in the summer transfer window.
According to a report by Spanish outlet El Desmarque, Enzo Fernandez is the subject of interest from Atletico Madrid. The Colchoneros are scouring the market for a midfielder heading into the summer transfer window and have set their sights on the Chelsea midfield mainstay. Meanwhile, the West London club will demand over €80 million to part ways with the Argentine international.
The rise and rise of Enzo Fernandez
Enzo Fernandez has established himself as one of the best midfielders in the Premier League since joining Chelsea from SL Benfica in January 2023. The South American midfielder was already among the most highly sought-after prospects in the market when he moved to Portugal. However, his stock skyrocketed after an excellent campaign in the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
The 24-year-old was slow off the blocks and took some time to get going at Chelsea. However, Enzo Maresca has brought the best out of him this season. The 2022 FIFA World Cup winner has turned out nearly 100 times thus far for the West London club while chipping in with 12 goals and 14 assists.
Meanwhile, Fernandez’s progress at Chelsea has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs across Europe. Recent reports have linked the Argentine international with Real Madrid. However, Atletico Madrid will aim to beat the competition to his signature in the summer transfer window.
La Liga adventure beckoning?
Atletico Madrid’s interest in Enzo Fernandez makes sense. The Colchoneros are scouring the market for a midfielder heading into the summer transfer window amid Koke’s advancing years. In addition, recent reports have linked Rodrigo De Paul with a move away from Estadio Metropolitano, while Pablo Barrios is a target for high-profile clubs like Chelsea.
So, Atletico Madrid should sign a midfielder in the summer transfer window, with the Chelsea mainstay emerging as a viable target. The Spanish giants have entrusted their Argentine players with the responsibility of turning their compatriot’s head during the international break, with five players from Los Rojiblancos joining their national squad.
Meanwhile, Chelsea will demand over €80 million to part ways with the 24-year-old Argentine international. Recent reports have claimed that the Blues are open to parting ways with Fernandez for a sizeable bid. However, it is unclear if Atletico Madrid will be open to offering €80 million or more to land his signature.
