Real Madrid have targeted Enzo Fernandes. At the request of manager Jose Mourinho, the club would like to strengthen their midfield with another player with a proven track record, and the Argentine midfielder from Chelsea is his first choice.
Enzo Fernandes had already revealed his desire to live in Madrid one day, with comments that caused an earthquake at Stamford Bridge on March 30 and which saw him temporarily removed from the team’s dynamic. “I want to live in Spain. I really like Madrid. It reminds me of Buenos Aires. I want to live in Madrid. Players live where they want. I can get by with English, but it would be even better if I had Spanish,” he said, putting off his future plans until after the World Cup. He was later seen at the Mutua Madrid Open tennis tournament, further fueling speculation about a possible move to Madrid.
Mourinho walks on the touchline to stop Benfica fans from throwing things at Enzo Fernandes
His agent, former footballer Javier Pastore, is aware of Madrid’s interest and the player’s aspirations, but a deal does not seem to be as easy as Cucurella’s because of the price, but Los Blancos’ hope will be to carry out another lightning move to close the transfer window as soon as possible.
Chelsea have not ruled out a sale, and Xabi Alonso does not want to keep a player who is not fully committed to the project, but the London side will not make it easy for one of their biggest stars to leave. The English club has always valued Enzo Fernandes at a figure of over 120 million euros, the amount they paid Benfica in the 2023 winter transfer window after the Qatar World Cup. Now, after the World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada, he could be the centerpiece of another of the biggest transfers in this market.
Matthäus, another midfielder on Mo’s list
“However, in case Enzo fails, Jose Mourinho’s radar is still in high gear, and that’s where the Portuguese manager’s other favorite name comes in, Matheus Fernandes. The 21-year-old midfielder has excellent ball control, correct execution. Distinguished by his accuracy, ability to cover the ground and reach the opposition box. Fits Real Madrid’s profile of a footballer who is able to break through low and hard defensive blocks thanks to his creativity, dynamism, and ease in creating advantages between the lines.
The West Ham player, whose side were relegated from the Premier League this season, remains highly regarded in England and has several suitors ahead of the next transfer window. However, the situation could change completely with Mourinho’s call. Matthäus is one of the Portuguese manager’s favorites to strengthen his midfield, but he is not the only replacement for Enzo the club is considering. There are more options left on the table, with the name of Ayyoub Bouadi, one of the breakout stars of the World Cup, also coming up strongly in recent hours.
