Enzo Fernandez delivers new statement on future after Real Madrid deny interest

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Argentina star Enzo Fernandez insists talks about his Chelsea future can wait until after the World Cup. The Blues midfielder has been heavily linked with a big-money move to Real Madrid this summer. Fernandez was the hero for Argentina as they came from two goals down in the last-16GettySpeaking after scoring a dramatic winner in Argentina’s 3-2 victory over Egypt on Tuesday, Fernandez was asked about a possible transfer.“I’m not thinking about my future right now,” he said. “I’m here living this moment which is incredible for me and we’ll see after the World Cup.”What is the latest on Fernandez?Madrid recently released a public statement to deny their interest in the Chelsea vice-captain, although the Spanish giants have a reputation for playing politics. talkSPORT understands Fernandez is Jose Mourinho’s top target after the iconic boss made his return to the Bernabeu. Chelsea are demanding £120million for Fernandez, who cost them £107m in 2023 – and Madrid are reluctant to pay.The World Cup winner is still only 25 and his contract at Stamford Bridge does not expire until 2032. It is understood the Blues are open to selling but happy to keep Fernandez if nobody meets the club’s valuation.The Argentine has made it clear he would prefer to leave after Chelsea failed to qualify for Europe, having fuelled the rumours himself throughout the 2025/26 season. Chelsea disciplined Fernandez by suspending him for two games after his comments. Fernandez has made no secret of his desire to move to Real MadridGettyWhile disruptive, the Argentine underlined his importance in an underwhelming Blues side, scoring ten Premier League goals from midfield.From one midfielder to anotherNew Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso knows he will have Moises Caicedo at his disposal after the £115m midfielder signed a contract extension and publicly committed his future to the club. But besides doubts over Fernandez, the Spanish tactician may also be without back-up midfielder Andrey Santos. Manchester United are considering a move for the Brazilian, who is yet to impress in a Chelsea shirt. Santos made 13 Premier League starts last season, struggling to make an impression on the club’s supporters, while Newcastle are thought to be interested as well. Chelsea fans are also yet to see the best of midfielder Romeo Lavia, who has showed flashes of promise amid long-term injury problems.