Real Madrid have moved swiftly to shut down speculation linking the Spanish giants with Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez, insisting there has been no approach for the Argentina international.
The LaLiga heavyweights released an official statement categorically denying reports suggesting they were preparing a move for the World Cup-winning midfielder.
According to the club, no discussions have taken place, either directly or indirectly, and there are no plans to pursue Fernandez during the current transfer window.
The statement comes amid growing rumours surrounding the Chelsea star’s future, with several reports claiming Real Madrid were monitoring the midfielder as a potential addition to strengthen their squad.
However, the 15-time European champions have firmly rejected those claims.
Real Madrid stressed that they have not made any attempt to sign Fernandez and reiterated their respect for both the player and Chelsea.
“The club wishes to state that it has not made any efforts, either directly or indirectly, aimed at signing the aforementioned player and, furthermore, has no intention of pursuing such an operation,” the club said.
“Real Madrid wishes to express its utmost respect for Enzo Fernandez, a great footballer whose career and quality are widely recognised, as well as for Chelsea FC, a club with which it maintains an excellent institutional relationship.
“Precisely out of respect for an institution like Chelsea FC and the principles of institutional loyalty that have always guided Real Madrid’s actions, the club considers it necessary to categorically deny these speculations, which are unfounded and do not reflect reality.
“Real Madrid regrets that, despite the clarity of the facts and the absence of any action by the club, information continues to be disseminated that does not correspond to reality and only serves to create confusion among fans and unnecessarily harm the entities and individuals involved.”
The unusually direct statement underlines Real Madrid’s determination to end the speculation before it gathers further momentum.
While praising Fernandez as “a great footballer,” the Spanish club emphasised that admiration for the player should not be interpreted as transfer interest.
Real Madrid also highlighted the strong institutional relationship they share with Chelsea, suggesting that respect between both clubs makes it important to publicly address inaccurate reports.
Fernandez has established himself as one of Chelsea’s key midfielders since arriving at Stamford Bridge and remains an important figure in the club’s long-term plans.
For Real Madrid, the statement sends a clear message that they are not involved in any negotiations for the Argentine and have no intention of launching a bid.
As the summer transfer window continues to generate endless speculation across Europe, Real Madrid’s public denial stands out as one of the clearest responses from a major club, aiming to protect both their relationship with Chelsea and the reputations of everyone involved while putting an end to unfounded rumours.
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