Alonso Dodges Questions on Fernandez's Future Amid Man City Links

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso remained tight-lipped regarding persistent rumors linking midfielder Enzo Fernandez with a move to Manchester City. Amidst speculation that City manager Enzo Maresca is keen to reunite with his former player, Alonso emphasized Fernandez's current commitment to Chelsea.

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Enzo is a Chelsea player, a very good player. He trains well and has only been with the team for 10 days, but he is already very integrated.

"Enzo is a Chelsea player, a very good player," Alonso told reporters. "He trains well and has only been with the team for 10 days, but he is already very integrated. We are happy with him and he is preparing for Monday. He trains well and I see a good attitude. That is what we want."

Fernandez's future at Stamford Bridge has been a subject of intense speculation, with previous links to Real Madrid and now Manchester City. Reports suggest Chelsea has set August 14 as a deadline for offers for the 25-year-old Argentine, who was valued at approximately 120 million pounds. The transfer window, however, remains open until September 1.

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We are happy with him and he is preparing for Monday. He trains well and I see a good attitude. That is what we want.

Fernandez, who joined Chelsea from Benfica in 2023 for a reported fee of 106.8 million pounds, has been a central figure in the team's midfield. Despite the transfer rumors, Alonso indicated that Fernandez is focused on pre-season preparations for the upcoming Premier League campaign.

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He is giving his best to prepare for the start of the Premier League.