Story perspectives

Enzo Fernández Suspended by Chelsea for Madrid Comments

4/10/2026

Summary

Story summary

Enzo Fernández, Chelsea's midfielder, received a two-match internal suspension for comments about wanting to live in Madrid.
Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior said the remarks breached team culture.
Javier Pastore, Fernández's agent, initially called the punishment unfair, but later described it as a misunderstanding and said Fernández apologized.
Chelsea has no plans to sell Fernández; he remains under contract until 2032, and Rosenior says their relationship is strong.

1 of 1

Story summary

Enzo Fernández, Chelsea's midfielder, received a two-match internal suspension for comments about wanting to live in Madrid.
Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior said the remarks breached team culture.
Javier Pastore, Fernández's agent, initially called the punishment unfair, but later described it as a misunderstanding and said Fernández apologized.
Chelsea has no plans to sell Fernández; he remains under contract until 2032, and Rosenior says their relationship is strong.