New Chelsea signing Enzo Fernandez has previously admitted to learning from Declan Rice to help him improve as a midfielder. The Argentina international made the £106million move from Benfica on January transfer deadline day, with the Blues' hierarchy finally striking an agreement late into the day.
It addresses a problem area for the side in recent seasons, with ball progression in midfield often being an issue that was unsolved in the transfer window. The 22-year-old showed glimpses of his ability on the ball in his debut against Fulham, working as a sole pivot to receive the ball from the back and move it on simply and effectively.
His transition to the Premier League may be quicker thanks to his learning from Rice, which he admitted to over the World Cup. “I try to watch as much football and learn a little bit from everyone," The youngster said. "I like Rice of England, I try to watch him and learn.”
