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Real Madrid yet to hold any talks with Chelsea over key midfield target – Romano
Despite signing no less than four players this summer, Real Madrid remain on the prowl for a Galactico addition, as part of Florentino Perez’s plans to reinforce the team.
While much of the focus has been on Michael Olise, Real Madrid are also keen on signing Enzo Fernandez of Chelsea.
The Argentine international has emerged as the preferred midfield target for Jose Mourinho, as Real Madrid look to move on from Eduardo Camavinga.
No talks with Chelsea
However, Real Madrid have yet to make any inroads, as far as their pursuit of Enzo Fernandez is concerned.
According to Fabrizio Romano, there have been zero talks between Real Madrid and Chelsea over a potential deal, despite various reports suggesting otherwise.
While Enzo is genuinely appreciated by the club, he remains just one of five names on Real Madrid’s midfield shortlist, and there have been no club-to-club discussions whatsoever at this stage.
It must be noted that Xabi Alonso, who will take charge of Chelsea next season, is reportedly keen on preventing Real Madrid from signing Enzo, viewing the Argentine as a key part of his rebuild.
Given the broken relationship between Alonso and several figures at the Bernabeu during his brief spell as Real Madrid coach, the former midfielder will have little inclination to do his old club any favours.
With Chelsea valuing Enzo in excess of €120 million and Alonso determined to keep him, any potential move looks increasingly difficult to engineer.
A strong World Cup campaign
While the transfer speculation rumbles on, Enzo has been letting his football do the talking at the World Cup, delivering a series of impressive performances for reigning champions Argentina.
He was outstanding in Argentina’s opening 4-0 demolition of Algeria, a match in which Lionel Messi grabbed a hat-trick, and has continued to pull the strings in midfield as Lionel Scaloni’s side progress through the tournament.
Those displays only enhance his appeal to Real Madrid and Mourinho, who sees the Argentine as a clear upgrade on Camavinga and the ideal addition to control the centre of the park.
Speaking of Camavinga, though, Real Madrid are ready to part ways with the French international for a fee of just €60 million this summer.
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Carlos Espi reacts after scoring match-winning goal in Elche 2-3 Real Madrid: ‘Starting like this is a dream’
Carlos Espi is becoming Real Madrid’s unlikely late-game specialist.
The 21-year-old once again came off the bench to rescue Jose Mourinho’s side, this time scoring the 91st-minute winner in a dramatic 3-2 victory over Elche.
It was his second goal for the club, and both have arrived at crucial moments.
Speaking to Real Madrid TV after the match, Espi could barely contain his excitement.
“I’m so happy—the happiest man in the world. I try to help the team any way I can, and every time I step onto the field, I give it my all and come away feeling great.
“Starting like this has been a dream. This isn’t over yet; we’re going to keep going because we have Sunday’s match coming up.
Carlos Espi winning goal in Elche vs Real Madrid game. Mbappe assist. pic.twitter.com/STJBV3ikQL
— Daily Foot Vibes (@dailyfootvibes) September 16, 2026
“This is a team effort. All of us who take the field make the most of our opportunities and give it our all,” he began.
Espi keeps making his minutes count
There is a growing pattern to Espi’s involvement. Even though he has yet to start a match for the first team, that has not stopped him from making an impact.
His first goal arrived against Espanyol in Real Madrid’s opening game, when another late strike helped secure the result.
Against Elche, he was required again after Real Madrid surrendered a two-goal lead and suddenly found themselves in serious trouble.
Espi eventually appeared at the back post in the 91st minute and finished the move to give Mourinho’s team all three points.
The youngster shared the credit with his teammates, but he also had special praise for the player who supplied his decisive moment.
That assist came from Kylian Mbappe, whose presence has made Espi’s route into the starting XI particularly difficult.
“It’s unbelievable—it’s crazy to watch him train and play. In this case, he set me up for the goal, and I’m very happy for him, too.”
First Madrid derby already has Espi excited
The timing of Espi’s latest contribution could hardly be more interesting, as Real Madrid now face Atletico Madrid on Sunday, giving the forward an opportunity to experience his first Madrid derby.
“I’m really looking forward to it—I’m so excited. It’s my first derby here, and we’re going to go for it.”
For Mourinho, Espi is a useful option when matches become chaotic. He may not yet be a regular starter, but his two appearances on the scoresheet have carried considerably more weight than the minutes he has played.
