Chelsea could sell Enzo Fernandez and still improve thanks to possible replacement

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Chelsea are in danger of losing Enzo Fernandez, who does not appear to be completely happy in west London at the moment.

Despite being on a contract until 2032, Fernandez has refused to commit to Chelsea when asked about his future.

Supporters will not want to see the midfielder go, but it may not actually be the end of the world if he does depart Stamford Bridge.

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Sandro Tonali could make Chelsea’s midfield better

Based on reports, it looks like there is a chance of Newcastle United star Sandro Tonali potentially joining Chelsea in the summer.

It has been claimed that Tonali has already sounded out Chelsea about a possible move to west London.

Technically, Tonali may not be as gifted as Fernandez, but he could make for a much better midfield partner to Moises Caicedo than the Argentine.

Tonali gets up and down the pitch more efficiently, defending better than Fernandez. With him in the side, Chelsea’s midfield is likely to be more balanced.

Fernandez’s weakness out of possession is perhaps one reason why Liam Rosenior and Enzo Maresca have felt that it has been safer to play him as a No.10, especially during the big games.

It has worked out well, with the Argentina international becoming a real goal threat for Chelsea. However, it has resulted in Cole Palmer having to play out wide, which many feel is not his best position.

Selling Fernandez and replacing the World Cup winner with Tonali solves that issue.

Sandro Tonali and Enzo Fernandez in the Champions League this season

The Champions League is the highest level in club football, so it is worth comparing Tonali’s and Fernandez’s stats in the competition. It may not be possible to do so next season, with Chelsea and Newcastle both possibly set to miss out on qualification.

As already mentioned, Fernandez has been among the goals for the Blues this term, netting three times in the Champions League. That is more than what Tonali has managed, though the Italian’s defensive numbers have been superior.

All in all, Chelsea should be looking to keep hold of a player of Fernandez’s quality, but there could be some benefits if they sell the former Benfica man and replace him with Tonali.