Enzo Fernandez has opened up about the departure of former Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca, admitting it caused pain among the squad and suggesting that players often struggle to understand the decision-making process at the club. The Argentine midfielder spoke for the first time about Maresca's exit following Chelsea's heavy 8-2 Champions League defeat to Paris Saint-Germain.
Fernandez, in a conversation with Argentinian media, said: 'I don't understand it. Sometimes as a player, there's things we don't understand and the way they try to manage things. Obviously, it was a departure that hurt a lot because we had a lot of identity, he gave us order... his departure hurt us especially in the middle of the season - it cuts everything short.'
Fans were quick to interpret Fernandez's words as a subtle criticism of Maresca's successor, Liam Rosenior. One supporter remarked: 'Seems like jabs at Rosenior, Chelsea are so finished man,' while another added: 'Why would he even say this as a vice captain under a new manager.'
Meanwhile, the Chelsea vice-captain also hinted at an uncertain future, cryptically stating: 'I don't know, there are eight games left and the FA Cup. There's the World Cup and then we'll see.' The comments have fuelled speculation about his long-term plans at Stamford Bridge.
