{
  "id": 4481635,
  "title": "Chelsea preparing for ‘all scenarios’ over Enzo Fernandez’s future, says Alonso",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/chelsea-preparing-for-all-scenarios-over-enzo-fernandezs-future-says",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-30T18:33:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/sports/soccer/2026/08/30/chelsea-preparing-for-all-scenarios-over-enzo-fernandezs-future-says-alonso"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has revealed that the club is preparing for every possible outcome concerning Enzo Fernandez's future following his exclusion from the 4-3 victory over Brighton. The Argentina midfielder's absence was also observed in the English League Cup win against third-tier Luton. Manchester City is reportedly interested in signing Fernandez, with the transfer deadline looming. Alonso acknowledged that they are uncertain about the club's decision until Tuesday evening, emphasizing their commitment to having a strong squad for the upcoming matches.",
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Daily Post Nigeria",
        "title": "EPL: Why I played goalkeeper Emi Martinez in Chelsea’s 4-3 win over Brighton – Alonso",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/epl-why-i-played-goalkeeper-emi-martinez-in-chelseas-4-3-win-over",
        "published": "2026-08-30T18:07:16.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}