Enzo Fernandez's agent has branded Chelsea's decision to drop the midfielder for two matches as 'completely unfair'. The 25-year-old will miss the FA Cup quarter-final against Port Vale and the Premier League clash with Manchester City after comments he made during the international break cast doubt on his future at Stamford Bridge.
Manager Liam Rosenior confirmed the sanction, stating that a line had been crossed regarding the club's culture. However, agent Javier Pastore argued that Fernandez did not mention any club or express a desire to leave, only referring to Madrid as a city. 'The punishment is completely unfair,' Pastore told The Athletic. 'Banning the player for two matches, which are absolutely crucial for Chelsea, is far too harsh.'
Pastore emphasised Fernandez's professionalism and commitment, noting that the Argentine accepted the decision despite not understanding it. Meanwhile, Rosenior revealed that no disciplinary action would be taken against Marc Cucurella, who criticised the club's recruitment policy and the dismissal of former boss Enzo Maresca in a recent interview.
