Enzo Fernandez: Chelsea Enters Talks to Sign Argentina International

• Chelsea are leading the race to sign World Cup-winning star Enzo Fernandez from Benfica
• Fernandez has attracted interest from top clubs after his role in Argentina's World Cup win
• The Blues have reportedly taken the first step and are ready to meet his club's release clause

Chelsea have reportedly opened personal talks with Enzo Fernandez over a possible switch to Stamford Bridge, after agreeing to pay Benfica’s huge release clause to land the midfielder in the January transfer window.

Enzo was among the standout players for Argentina during their successful 2022 World Cup campaign in Qatar.

Metro UK reports that the Benfica star played a central role as La Albiceleste secured their first World Cup title since 1986.

His role in the South American side's triumph has seen him court interest from top European clubs, with Chelsea understood to be among the teams interested in his services.

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Chelsea keen on Enzo's signature

Daily Mail reports that the Blues have taken the first step towards signing the Argentina international, after opening talks over a potential transfer.

The publication reports that while Benfica are reluctant to part ways with their star player, they believe the London club will meet his £106-million release clause.

So much so that The Sun claims that Chelsea representatives have met with both Benfica president Rui Costa and super-agent Jorge Mendes to discuss the move.

Meanwhile, Manchester United, Liverpool and Newcastle are the other Premier League clubs who have shown interest in the 21-year-old.

However, Liverpool are understood to have prioritised the signing of Jude Bellingham, while Man United are yet to make a move.

Chelsea confirm Fofana deal

Earlier, Sports Brief reported Molde striker David Datro Fofana will be joining Chelsea in coming days, after the Blues reached a deal with the Norwegian club.

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The Graham Potter-tutored side announced on Wednesday evening that the Ivorian youngster will join them at the start of 2023.

Fofana could potentially be slotted straight into the starting XI as a cover for Armando Broja, who is currently out with an injury.