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Kieran Jackson

Xabi Alonso defends Enzo Fernandez after he was booed by Chelsea fans amid transfer exit rumours

Enzo Fernandez Xabi Alonso Chelsea EPL
  • Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has praised Enzo Fernandez for maintaining a good attitude in training ahead of their Premier League opener against Fulham, while refusing to engage in speculation regarding the midfielder's future.
  • The 25-year-old Argentina international was jeered by some supporters during a pre-season friendly against Real Sociedad following rumours of a potential departure from Stamford Bridge.
  • Chelsea set a deadline last week for clubs to meet their £120m valuation of Fernandez, but Manchester City chose not to submit a formal bid despite showing strong interest.
  • The west London club now expects Fernandez to stay until at least next summer, though he could still technically be sold before the transfer window closes on 1 September.
  • In positive news for Chelsea, striker Joao Pedro has signed a new contract and taken the number 9 shirt, earning strong praise from Alonso for his development and personality.

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Enzo Fernandez transfer talk rebuffed by Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso ahead of Premier League season

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