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Chelsea set €100m asking price for Real Madrid transfer target – report
Real Madrid’s long-standing interest in Enzo Fernandez has once again come into focus, but any potential move looks increasingly complicated as Chelsea draw a strong line over his valuation.
The Argentine midfielder has been on Madrid’s radar for quite some time, viewed as a profile capable of strengthening their midfield both in the present and for the future.
Furthermore, recent comments from the player only added fuel to the speculation, as he openly admitted his admiration for Spain and, more specifically, Madrid as a city.
“Living in Madrid, it is similar to Buenos Aires,” he noted.
That statement reignited discussions about a possible switch to the Spanish capital, with growing belief that the player would be open to such a move if the opportunity arose.
Chelsea set a price tag
However, the reality of the situation is far more complex. Despite Enzo’s current market valuation hovering around €90 million, Chelsea are not under any pressure to sell.
In fact, the Premier League club would only consider opening negotiations if offers start at €100 million, according to SPORT.
For Real Madrid, this presents a serious dilemma. While the need to reinforce the midfield is acknowledged, committing to such a large fee would require careful financial consideration.
Furthermore, it must be noted that Enzo remains tied to Chelsea until 2032, giving the club full control over his future.
Contract situation at Chelsea
At the same time, there are internal factors at play. Reports suggest that Enzo is seeking an improved salary package, with his current earnings believed to be below €11 million per season.
As he approaches his peak years, the midfielder is expected to push for a raise, something Chelsea are already addressing.
The club has reportedly initiated discussions with the player to review his contract to improve his terms.
This move is also seen as a way to eliminate any temptation for the player to consider an exit, particularly with interest from clubs like Real Madrid lingering in the background.
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Real Madrid superstar expected to start vs Villarreal after returning to Spain to continue recovery
Kylian Mbappe is already back in Madrid. The Real Madrid forward landed at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport this morning accompanied by his partner, Ester Exposito, at 11:16am, according to AS.
Real Madrid were training at Valdebebas from 10:30 am, so it is clear that the Frenchman did not take part in that session.
However, he is expected at Valdebebas later today to continue his recovery and reconditioning after the knee problem he suffered, which will not prevent him from playing against Villarreal, the report further states.
What happened to Mbappe?
Mbappe suffered significant pain in his left knee during the first of France’s four matches during this international break. It was Zinedine Zidane’s debut as national team manager and the Real Madrid attacker scored the only goal of the match.
🚨 MBAPPÉ YA ESTÁ en MADRID🚨 ✈️El francés ha aterrizado a las 11:16h en la capital. 👉 El Real Madrid entrenaba hoy a las 10:30h. 📹 @marcosbenito9 https://t.co/R04FwEwHcB
— El Chiringuito TV (@elchiringuitotv) October 5, 2026
As he struck the ball, he felt the discomfort and requested for a substitution. At Real Madrid, they believe that had he continued, the problem could have required surgery.
The striker travelled to Spain to undergo tests, and the medical examination determined that he had “hyperextension of the posterior capsule of the left knee”.
As this was the same knee in which Mbappe suffered a serious sprain last season, there was concern at Valdebebas. However, the problem has proved to be minor and Mourinho is counting on Mbappe for the match against Villarreal on 10 October.
Active rest and recovery
After the tests, Mbappe was given permission to spend a few days on active rest under the supervision of Real Madrid’s medical staff.
He spent just under a week away from Madrid as part of a recovery plan in which coordination between the player, coaching staff and doctors was complete.
The France captain is now expected at Valdebebas to gradually readjust to the rhythm of the rest of the squad as the internationals return to training, with Saturday’s match in mind, where he is expected to start.
This comes as good news for Jose Mourinho, who needs the Frenchman, who has scored eight goals this term, at his best to get Real Madrid’s season back on track.
After all, Real Madrid are six points behind Barcelona in La Liga and are approaching a crucial period of the season.
