Chelsea's Fernandez Stance Firm as Alonso Waits

Chelsea's resolve on Enzo Fernandez remains unshaken, with a Friday deadline looming.

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What happened. Chelsea are only prepared to wait until Friday evening before declaring Enzo Fernandez not for sale this summer, despite his desire to leave.

• Xabi Alonso wants to keep Fernandez and has spoken to him.
• Fernandez told Chelsea chiefs of his desire to depart this summer.
• Real Madrid have pulled out of the race.

“Yes, replied Alonso when asked if he wanted to keep Enzo Fernandez.”

— Xabi Alonso

If no buyer emerges by Friday, Chelsea will declare Fernandez not for sale.

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