the midfielder Enzo Fernandez He confessed this Wednesday that everything happened “very quickly” in his life after arriving at Chelsea from England for 120 million euros and being world champion in Qatar with the Argentine National Team.
“It all happened very quickly, at a very breakneck pace. Moving from Argentina to Europe was an abrupt change for me and my family. Play on loan in Defense, be champion with River, go to Benfica. Now I’m here, I won the World Cup two months ago. It all happened very fast. I try to enjoy these moments as much as I can”, Enzo said in an extensive interview that he gave to the official site of his new team.
“I have always felt accompanied by my loved ones, by the club. Both have given me love and support at all times. Whenever I needed something, they were ready to help. My time at Defense and Justice was important to me”, he highlighted.
Enzo Fernández, just 22 years old (his birthday in January), slowly became the undisputed starter in Qatar and was key with his dynamics, first pass and arrival in the rival area to complement Lionel Messi.
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“We showed that we were calm, focused and united. Fortunately, we became world champions, and that really is priceless. I always said that Leo Messi is a player I admire. I have always tried to learn from him. She is a great person and has given me love and support within the team,” she said.
“I also had to face him when I played for Benfica in the Champions League, since he was playing for PSG. Right after that, we became teammates in the Argentina national team. He is a great person. Very humble, hardworking He deserves everything he has achieved in football,” explained Fernández.
The midfielder scored an important goal against Mexico (2-0) in the group stage and also won the award for the best young player in the World Cup.
“I have always wanted to play in the Premier League. Chelsea gave me the opportunity to play here and I am grateful for their trust. I love everything about the club, I am very happy with my teammates and coaching staff. Honestly, since I got here I felt at home”, Enzo closed in the note.
