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Why Isn’t Enzo Fernández Playing for Chelsea Against Brighton in the Premier League Today?
Chelsea omitted the Argentina midfielder for a second straight match as reports linked him with a move to Manchester City before Tuesday’s transfer deadline.
- On Sunday, August 30, 2026, Chelsea head coach Xabi Alonso excluded midfielder Enzo Fernández from the matchday squad to face Brighton and Hove Albion at Stamford Bridge, fueling speculation regarding a potential transfer.
- Manchester City maintains interest in the 25-year-old, with reports suggesting personal terms are agreed, while Fernández also missed the midweek Carabao Cup victory over Luton Town.
- Explaining the absence, Alonso stated, "We assess what's best for the team," emphasizing the need for fully committed players; Romeo Lavia and Malo Gusto started in midfield for the Blues.
- With the Premier League transfer deadline closing Tuesday, September 1, the Argentine could depart immediately following the arrival of international teammate Emiliano Martínez, whom Chelsea signed from Aston Villa on Sunday.
- Following a $144.7 million move from Benfica in January 2023, Fernández won the FIFA Club World Cup and UEFA Conference League in 2025, though his tenure at Chelsea now appears nearing a conclusion.
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London, 30 Aug (EFE).- Argentine Enzo Fernández, still a Chelsea footballer, stayed out of the call against Brighton & Hove Albion while finishing what appears to be his departure to Manchester City. The Argentine’s desire is to leave Stamford Bridge and Chelsea technician Xabi Alonso has left him out [...] The entry Enzo Fernández, out of Chelsea’s call while finishing his departure to the City was first published in HolaNews.
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