Atletico Madrid are reportedly interested in signing 24-year-old Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez in the summer transfer window.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Atletico Madrid have identified 24-year-old Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez as a priority target. Diego Simeone wants to add more creativity, composure, and control in the middle of the park.
So, it is no surprise that Atletico Madrid are keen on the Argentine international, with Simeone prioritising his addition in the summer transfer window. Fernandez has been exceptional after a stop-start first year at Chelsea. The 2022 FIFA World Cup winner is a world-class talent, and he is expected to travel up into a future star.
The move to Atletico Madrid could be ideal for him, and it could unlock his true potential. Simeone could bring out the best in the player. Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid are one of the biggest clubs in the world, and the opportunity to join them will be quite exciting for Fernandez. South American players tend to prefer a move to Spanish football, and that could play a key role in his decision as well.
Chelsea paid a substantial amount of money for the player, and it remains to be seen whether Atletico Madrid are ready to break the bank for him. Chelsea are unlikely to let him leave for a knockdown price. He has been a key player for them since joining the club. The Blues will look to demand a premium.
Fernandez could fancy La Liga move
Meanwhile, Enzo Fernandez might be attracted to the idea of trying out a new challenge, and a move to La Liga will be quite exciting for him. He will be hoping to fight for trophies with Atletico Madrid in the coming seasons. The opportunity to work under one of the best managers in the world will be attractive as well.
Atletico Madrid have several Argentine players at their disposal, and they could play a key role in convincing Fernandez to join the club in the summer. Regardless, it will be difficult to convince Chelsea to sell the player. The Blues are looking to build a squad capable of winning trophies, and they will not want to part with their best players anytime soon.
