Chelsea Told Why They Must Keep £120m-Rated Star Despite Growing Exit Doubts

Chelsea have been urged to do everything possible to keep Enzo Fernandez at Stamford Bridge, with former Manchester United goalkeeper Ben Foster arguing that the midfielder’s competitive edge makes him too valuable to lose.

Fernandez’s future has remained uncertain following months of speculation over a possible departure. The Argentina international previously appeared to hint that he could consider a move to Real Madrid, although the Spanish giants later publicly stated that they had no intention of signing him.

The 25-year-old has since returned to Chelsea following his involvement in the 2026 World Cup, where he helped Argentina reach the final. Despite that, questions continue to surround his long-term future, with Manchester City reportedly among the clubs monitoring his situation.

New Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso has made it clear that he wants Fernandez to remain part of his plans. However, the midfielder’s previous comments regarding his future have contributed to frustration among sections of the Chelsea fanbase.

Foster believes those concerns should not overshadow Fernandez’s importance to the team. While acknowledging that the midfielder can be an unpopular figure at times, he argued that his mentality and willingness to compete make him exactly the type of player Chelsea need.

Fernandez has become an important part of Chelsea’s midfield since arriving at the club and remains one of their most technically gifted players.

With Chelsea reportedly valuing him at around £120 million, any potential departure would represent a major financial decision. For Alonso, keeping Fernandez could be just as important as making new signings as he attempts to rebuild Chelsea into serious Premier League contenders.