SSince the end of 2025, Enzo Fernandes’ name has been linked to Real Madrid. It has become customary to hear that he will be leaving Chelsea next term and that his destination will be the Spanish giants.
The information was first published in British newspapers. Then there was the Spanish press. Now it’s the Argentine media. It is no small thing that players in three countries are increasingly wearing white clothes after the World Cup.
On this occasion, journalists Gaston Eddur and Renzo Pantic reiterated on TyC Sports that Fernandes is getting closer and closer to leaving the Premier League and heading to La Liga, which would also benefit River Plate. Enzo is currently being referred to as the highest level Argentina national team player.
The English club wants to recoup their $120 million investment and Real Madrid would be willing to pay, but they would have to sell. River will pocket about 5 million.
Similarly, as previously reported by European media, the player wishes to leave England for personal reasons and family interests.
Other factors that favor Real Madrid
Incredibly, the British weather is a factor to consider for change. The cold, rain and lack of sunlight weigh heavily on Enzo, who is used to warmer temperatures and less harsh conditions.
Last February, journalist Eduardo Inda pointed out that Fernandes wants to follow the example of his friend Julian Alvarez. Seeing that “La Haller” arrived in Los Colchoneros and was able to reinvent his life for the better in Madrid, Enzo hopes to do the same. Meanwhile, Alvarez made a football bet that Erling Haaland would be less active at Manchester City as he is in his prime. On the other hand, his privacy and personal condition benefited from the city that offered him the closest thing to his interests and satisfaction.
Enzo Fernandes and his market value
The Argentine player is worth 140 million euros. After winning the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, the midfielder was signed for 121 million euros, which Chelsea paid to Benfica as a transfer fee. If Real Madrid were to sign him, it would be the club’s biggest ever signing.
