Marc Cucurella and Enzo Fernández have publicly criticised Chelsea, adding to the club's turbulent season. Fernández expressed admiration for Real Madrid, while Cucurella questioned the club's inexperience and the impact of former manager Enzo Maresca's departure.
Fernández, who wears the captain's armband when Reece James is absent, said he likes Madrid and compared it to Buenos Aires, fuelling speculation about a summer move. Cucurella told The Athletic that Chelsea have 'paid the price' for their youth, and that the Champions League defeat to Paris Saint-Germain left players 'discouraged'.
The comments have raised concerns about the club's project under the BlueCo ownership, which focuses on signing young players. Manager Liam Rosenior has defended the approach, citing Manchester United's Class of '92, but the lack of experienced leaders has been exposed.
Fernández's public frustration, including berating goalkeeper Filip Jörgensen after a mistake, has led to questions about the squad's mentality. Despite his contract running until 2032, Fernández is reportedly seeking an improved deal, highlighting the risk that top players may not wait for the project to succeed.
