Argentinian midfielder Enzo Fernandez has become a key player for Benfica after signing for the club in January 2023 for a hefty sum of 107 million pounds ($133 million). Fernandez, who has already made 28 league appearances this season, recently made headlines by scoring three goals for his new team.
The talented midfielder’s season took a turn for the worse when he suffered a groin injury that required surgery, forcing him to miss the remaining six league games for Chelsea. The injury also raises doubts about his availability for the upcoming Copa America in June. Fernandez, who played a crucial role in Argentina’s World Cup victory in 2022, adds to the growing list of Chelsea players sidelined due to injuries in what has been a challenging season for the Premier League club.
Chelsea’s manager, Mauricio Pochettino, has faced significant challenges with injuries, with as many as 12 players sidelined at times. The team’s recent poor performances, including a 5-0 defeat to Arsenal and a 1-0 loss to Manchester City in the FA Cup semi-final, have heightened the pressure on Pochettino as Chelsea struggles to find form and fitness.
Despite the setback, Chelsea remains committed to supporting Fernandez during his rehabilitation process, with the club’s medical team overseeing his recovery at Cobham. The 23-year-old midfielder will now shift his focus to regaining his fitness and preparing for a successful return to the pitch in the future.
