Chelsea happy with Fernandez, says Alonso
Enzo Fernandez has shown a "really good attitude" since his return to Chelsea, says head coach Xabi Alonso, as speculation over the midfielder's future continues.
Chelsea's head coach, Xabi Alonso, expressed satisfaction with Enzo Fernandez's attitude since his return to the club, amid ongoing speculation about his future. Late May saw Chelsea agree with Fernandez's agent, Javier Pastore, that the Argentina midfielder could potentially leave for £120m, setting a deadline of August 14th for any bids.
However, after the deadline passed without a formal offer on Friday, Chelsea informed Fernandez's camp that he was not for sale in the current transfer window. Manchester City, led by Fernandez's former Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca, are interested in signing the 25-year-old and believe Chelsea still wants to finalize a deal. Alonso confirmed during a press conference that the midfielder is Chelsea's player, and the team is content with him, adding that he has integrated well into the group after returning from the World Cup.
Fernandez's recent mixed reaction from Chelsea fans during his return, coupled with his unsuccessful pursuit by Real Madrid earlier this summer, has added complexity to the situation.
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