Enzo Fernández Stunned as Argentina Teammate Chooses PSG Over Chelsea
In a shocking revelation, Enzo Fernández has confirmed that a fellow Argentine national team star has snubbed Chelsea to sign with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). The Chelsea midfielder, speaking candidly ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, expressed his disappointment, saying, “I did everything to convince him, but he betrayed me by choosing PSG.” The bombshell news, announced on June 14, 2025, has rocked European football, with fans speculating about the player’s identity.
Fernández’s Recruitment Efforts Fail
Fernández, who joined Chelsea for £106.8 million in 2023, revealed he personally lobbied his compatriot to join the Blues’ ambitious project under Enzo Maresca. “I told him Chelsea is the future,” Fernández said, highlighting the club’s recent Conference League success and their Club World Cup preparations. Despite his efforts, the unnamed Argentine star, reportedly a key figure in their 2022 World Cup-winning squad, reached a personal agreement with PSG. Sources point to Ángel Di María, whose Al-Ittihad contract expires in 2025, as a likely candidate due to his prior PSG stint.
PSG’s Pull Over Chelsea
PSG’s allure, bolstered by their 2024/25 Ligue 1 dominance and a star-studded squad featuring Kylian Mbappé and Marquinhos, likely swayed the decision. The Parisian club’s reported €40 million offer and a lucrative three-year deal outmaneuvered Chelsea’s financial package. Fernández’s use of “betrayed” has sparked debate, with some fans on X praising his passion, while others criticized the term as overly dramatic. “Enzo’s hurt, but it’s just business,” one user tweeted.
Impact on Chelsea’s Ambitions
Chelsea, fresh off a £30 million signing of Liam Delap, aimed to bolster their attack for the Club World Cup, where they face LAFC, Flamengo, and ES Tunis. Losing out on a high-profile Argentine star is a blow, especially as Maresca seeks to integrate young talents like Mamadou Sarr and Josh Acheampong. Fernández, a linchpin in midfield, remains optimistic, stating, “We’ll keep building with what we have.” However, the rejection underscores PSG’s transfer market muscle, even amid stalled PGA Tour-LIV merger talks affecting rival clubs.
Fan Reactions and Speculation
The news has ignited social media, with #EnzoPSG and #ChelseaTransfer trending. Fans speculate about other potential targets, like Lautaro Martínez, though Inter Milan’s captain seems unlikely to move. Di María, 37, fits the profile, given his free-agent status and PSG history. “Imagine Di María back in Paris—that’s a statement,” a fan posted. Others rallied behind Fernández, praising his loyalty to Chelsea.
What’s Next?
As Chelsea gear up for their Club World Cup opener on June 16, Fernández’s focus will shift to on-field success. Meanwhile, PSG’s coup could reshape their 2025/26 campaign, with the Argentine star set to join their star-studded roster. The transfer saga promises more twists as the window unfolds.
