Real Madrid has marked the acquisition of a new midfielder as a key target for the upcoming summer transfer window. With Jose Mourinho confirmed to return as manager, he has expressed interest in signings such as Rodri Hernandez and Morten Hjulmand. However, the club may consider alternatives as well.
One player frequently linked with Real Madrid in recent months is Enzo Fernandez. The Chelsea midfielder and Argentina international has caught the attention of Madrid’s management since his time at Benfica. Although they missed out on him in 2023, this might be the right moment for him to make a move to the Spanish capital.
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Fernandez has reportedly grown increasingly discontented at Chelsea as the 2025-26 season concluded, and with the season now over, his departure might be on the horizon. Reports indicate that he would be very open to joining Real Madrid if given the chance, a sentiment echoed by Ben Jacobs, who also notes Fernandez’s desire to compete in the Champions League.
Chelsea won’t make Real Madrid’s pursuit easy
Chelsea had hoped to negotiate a new contract with Fernandez, but his reluctance to engage makes a transfer more probable. Nevertheless, the Premier League club holds significant leverage as the 25-year-old is tied to his current contract for another six years.
In light of this, Chelsea has made their stance clear regarding a possible exit: they are not inclined to sell. Their intention is to retain the midfielder, although they may reconsider if a substantial offer is presented. The challenge for Real Madrid lies in their hesitance to make a large financial commitment.