Enzo Fernandez will be absent from Chelsea’s subsequent two matches after the club imposed disciplinary measures regarding remarks he uttered during the international break.
The midfielder had articulated a wish to reside in Madrid, amidst persistent rumors associating him with Real Madrid. Furthermore, he lately expressed uncertainty regarding his enduring prospects following Chelsea’s elimination from the Champions League by Paris Saint-Germain.
Head coach Liam Rosenior affirmed this ruling, indicating that Fernandez is poised to miss the FA Cup last-eight encounter versus Port Vale and the impending Premier League match against Manchester City.
“I conversed with Enzo approximately sixty minutes prior,” Rosenior stated. “As a collective football entity, with my involvement in the determination, he will not feature in tomorrow’s fixture or against Manchester City next Sunday.”
“It is regrettable that Enzo expressed himself in such a manner. I harbor no ill will towards him; nevertheless, a boundary was overstepped regarding our ethos and the foundation we aim to establish.”
Notwithstanding the punitive measure, Fernandez, who arrived at Chelsea in 2023 for what was then a record-breaking British transfer sum and was subsequently appointed as deputy skipper, continues to be integral to the team’s objectives.
“Primarily, for Enzo as an individual, a personality, and an athlete, my esteem is profound,” Rosenior further remarked.
“He feels vexed since his desire is for our triumph.”
“Regarding this ruling, it doesn’t solely pertain to me, nor the sports directors, the club’s proprietors, or the squad members; we are in unison with our determination.”
“The opportunity remains open for Enzo. It constitutes a punitive measure. One must safeguard the ethos, and concerning that aspect, a boundary was breached.”