Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez has taken the unusual step of contacting his manager Xabi Alonso to request that he not be included in the squad for their upcoming cup tie against Luton Town. As a result, the 25-year-old Argentine found himself omitted entirely from the matchday squad, failing to even make the bench.
This decision stems from active and advanced negotiations between Chelsea and Manchester City regarding his potential transfer. To avoid injury and unnecessary emotional strain during this critical phase of the negotiations, the midfielder chose to skip the match. The club’s hierarchy, along with Alonso, have reportedly been understanding of Fernandez's position, making his imminent move to the Etihad appear almost a formality ahead of the transfer window closing.
