Chelsea fans have been left feeling sure that midfielder Enzo Fernandez is on his way out of the club before the transfer window shuts. Xabi Alonso has named his XI for their Carabao Cup second round clash against League One outfit Luton Town.
The future of the Argentina international has been up for discussion since the start of the transfer window, but initial indications made it seem as if he would remain at Stamford Bridge beyond this summer. He was a second half substitute for the Blues in their 3-2 win over Fulham to begin the season on Monday.
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Alonso has left Fernandez out of his 20-man squad for the game against Luton Town, despite categorically stating in his press conference that the midfielder would feature. This has led the fans to believe that active negotiations are ongoing for the transfer of the 25-year-old, and the club has decided not to risk him.
The fans have taken to X to share their thoughts on the situation surrounding the midfielder. One of them pointed out that the midfielder is not with the squad despite Alonso saying otherwise.
Another fan was thankful that the saga is nearing its end, predicting that the midfielder will surely leave.
A fan also shared the same opinion, pointing out that a massive move will happen before deadline day.
Another fan deduced that something has changed between the time of Alonso’s press conference and matchday.
A fan predicted that the midfielder will surely join Manchester City and urged Chelsea to let him go.
Multiple reports have linked the former Benfica man with a move to Manchester City despite the expiry of an initial deadline. In his absence, 16-year-old midfielder Reggie Watson has been named among the substitutes despite having been part of the Cobham Next Generation squad for the EFL Trophy meeting with Bristol Rovers.
Chelsea quartet set for full competitive debuts for club
Chelsea will face League One Luton Town in the Carabao Cup, and manager Xabi Alonso has named four new players in the starting XI. The Blues are aiming to reach the third round of the competition, where they will potentially face Leeds United.
Goalkeeper Mike Penders has been given the nod to start between the sticks for his competitive debut, while Pep Chavarria also makes his full debut for the club. In midfield, Valentin Barco starts for the Blues, while the experienced Danny Welbeck leads the line, as well.
Alonso has Netherlands international Emmanuel Emegha among Chelsea’s substitutes for the game, as well as young midfielder Watson. The duo of Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer start once more, looking to build their rhythm at Stamford Bridge.
Edited by Sulayman Salahudeen
