Enzo Fernandez nets late winner for Argentina at the World Cup

Enzo wins it late for Argentina

Enzo Fernandez scored a 93rd-minute winner as Argentina beat Egypt 3–2 at the World Cup on Tuesday (11). A wild game. Lautaro Martinez put Argentina ahead, Yasser Ibrahim turned it around with two goals, and then Enzo stepped up. Chelsea's midfielder met a corner at the near post and buried it. He nearly had two, denied by the bar minutes later. Argentina top the group and face the runner-up from Group B in the round of 16 (11).

Andrey Santos to United: Chelsea name their price

Chelsea want €50m for Andrey Santos and Manchester United are circling (3) (9). Fabrizio Romano reports the club is open to selling, and the player himself is open to leaving. United see Santos as an alternative to Atalanta's Ederson and have made Chelsea aware of their interest (9). The Brazilian midfielder has drawn attention from multiple clubs.

Garnacho could go, Roma and Atleti watch

Alejandro Garnacho is available this summer, but only on a permanent deal, no loans (7) (10). Roma are keen but would need to sell before buying (7). Atletico Madrid have also registered interest (10). Chelsea are sticking to their position: buy him outright or move on.

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Derry to Sporting, Bartel to Juventus

Two exits taking shape. Jesse Derry is set to join Sporting, with the Portuguese club closing in on a deal for the young Chelsea attacker (1). Julia Bartel is nearing a move to Juventus after struggling for game time at Chelsea (2). Both deals are advancing.

Gudmundsson eyed as Cucurella replacement

Chelsea are looking at Leeds United's Gabriel Gudmundsson to fill the hole Marc Cucurella left for Real Madrid (4). Xabi Alonso was not happy about losing Cucurella, reportedly frustrated by the deal, and the club are now working to bring in a replacement (4).

Hazard on Palmer and Estevao

Eden Hazard has been speaking about Chelsea's most creative players. The club legend gave his thoughts on Cole Palmer and Estevao, the two players tasked with unlocking defences next season (6). Full comments have Chelsea fans talking.

Dante Waite signs first pro deal

Academy defender Dante Waite has signed his first professional contract with Chelsea (5). Another product of the club's youth system taking the next step.

Fan reactions

Enzo's winner has the subreddit buzzing, fans celebrating a clutch moment from a player whose Chelsea future has been uncertain. The Garnacho situation is splitting opinion, with many backing the club's hardline stance on a permanent sale only. Patrick Vieira's comments about BlueCo are also making the rounds, with multiple threads dissecting his criticism of owners who marginalise coaches link.

Sources

  • 1. record.pt — Notícia Record: Jesse Derry vai ser reforço do Sporting
  • 2. readchelsea.com — Julia Bartel Nears Juventus Transfer After Struggling At Chelsea
  • 3. talkchelsea.net — Romano names Chelsea’s price for midfielder as former sporting director looks to swoop
  • 4. footballinsider247.com — Chelsea plotting to sign Leeds star as Xabi Alonso 'frustrated' by agreed deal
  • 5. readchelsea.com — Dante Waite Signs First Professional Chelsea Contract
  • 6. talkchelsea.net — Eden Hazard gives his thoughts on Chelsea’s two most creative players
  • 7. theprideoflondon.com — Alejandro Garnacho wanted by Roma but there's a catch
  • 9. thebusbybabe.sbnation.com — Manchester United linked to Andrey Santos
  • 10. fichajes.net — Alejandro Garnacho, el tapado del Atlético de Madrid
  • 11. readchelsea.com — Enzo Fernandez Late Winner Rescues Argentina Against Egypt
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