Real Madrid cool interest in €140 million-rated Chelsea mainstay – report

Real Madrid cool interest in €140 million-rated Chelsea mainstay – report Real Madrid’s pursuit of Enzo Fernandez appears to be losing momentum, with the Chelsea midfielder now viewed as an increasingly unlikely signing despite being highly admired by Jose Mourinho. According to journalist Mario Cortegana , the possibility of an Enzo Fernandez Real Madrid transfer has diminished considerably in recent weeks, with sources inside the club describing the operation as “highly improbable” under current circumstances. Notably, the biggest obstacle remains Chelsea’s valuation, which is proving difficult for Los Blancos to justify. Enzo Fernandez’s Real Madrid move losing momentum For months, the Enzo Fernandez Real Madrid transfer story has been one of the most discussed rumours about the club’s midfield plans. There had been growing speculation that Real Madrid were preparing to open discussions with Chelsea regarding a potential move for the Argentine international. Real Madrid are not optimistic about Enzo Fernandez. (Photo by Charlotte Wilson/Getty Images) In fact, reports even suggested the club could soon make contact to explore the conditions of a deal, while others indicated that a transfer had not been ruled out. However, the latest Real Madrid transfer news points in a different direction. According to Cortegana, enthusiasm surrounding the operation has cooled significantly and those within the club now believe an agreement is extremely difficult to achieve. Chelsea valuation complicates Enzo Fernandez transfer There is little doubt that the Enzo Fernandez transfer discussions have been heavily influenced by the price attached to the player. Chelsea are understood to value the midfielder at around £120 million, a figure that translates to approximately €140 million . Real Madrid will have to spend €140 million to sign Enzo Fernandez. (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images) That valuation has become the main stumbling block for any potential Enzo Fernandez Real Madrid deal. Although the Argentine remains Jose Mourinho’s preferred option to strengthen the midfield, the club are reluctant to commit such a significant investment. Mourinho is believed to appreciate Enzo’s ability to dictate play, control possession and provide creativity from deeper areas, although spending €140 million is currently considered unrealistic within the club. The situation becomes even more complicated when considering that Real Madrid are expected to prioritise departures before pursuing additional signings. Reducing the size of the squad remains an important objective this summer, and that process will inevitably influence any future market activity.