Enzo Fernandez hints he's rejecting Chelsea during Benfica celebration

Enzo Fernandez has given his clearest indication yet that he will not be joining Chelsea this month with his celebration in front of Benfica’s supporters on Tuesday evening.

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Chelsea have made Fernandez their top midfield target following his impressive performances for Argentina during their World Cup success last month.

However, Benfica have been angered by Chelsea’s negotiating tactics and claim the Premier League side have offered a lower deal than what was discussed during talks over the Christmas period.

Benfica have been adamant that Fernandez will not leave unless his €120 million (£106m) release clause is triggered, although it’s understood that the midfielder is keen on a move to Chelsea.

Fernandez scored Benfica’s second goal in their 2-0 win over Varzim on Tuesday night which secured their place in the quarter final of the Portuguese Cup.

And during his celebrations in front of Benfica’s travelling supporters, the 21-year-old tapped the club’s badge, pointed to himself and then to the floor, which many Benfica fans have taken as a sign that he is staying.

‘There is a club that wants him, they tried to attract him, but they know that they can only have him if they pay the clause. It’s disrespectful to all of us, to Benfica, they’re driving the player crazy, they pretend they want to pay the clause and then they want to negotiate.’

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