Chelsea FC midfielder Enzo Fernández has been disciplined by the club after reportedly suggesting a potential move to Real Madrid during the international break.
Manager Liam Rosenior confirmed that Fernández will miss two upcoming fixtures the FA Cup quarter-final against Port Vale and the Premier League clash with Manchester City as a result of his comments.
However, Rosenior stated that no action would be taken against Marc Cucurella, despite his recent criticism of the club’s recruitment strategy and remarks regarding Enzo Maresca during the same period.
“It’s disappointing for Enzo to speak that way,” Rosenior said.
“I have got no bad words to say about him but a line was crossed in terms of our culture and what we want to build. As a character, a person and a player, I have the utmost respect. He’s frustrated because he wants us to be successful.
“In terms of the decision, it’s not all about me, or the sporting directors. The ownership, the players, we are aligned in our decision.
“The door is not closed on Enzo. It’s a sanction. You have to protect the culture, and in terms of that, a line was crossed.”
Rosenior also revealed he held a 30-minute discussion with Cucurella and remains confident in the defender’s commitment to the team.
Since taking charge in January, Rosenior has overseen 19 matches, recording 10 wins, seven losses, and two draws. Chelsea currently sit sixth in the league, trailing fourth-placed Aston Villa by six points in the race for a Champions League spot.