{"id":13398,"date":"2025-10-12T10:02:47","date_gmt":"2025-10-12T10:02:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/90minutesnews.com\/?p=13398"},"modified":"2025-10-12T10:02:48","modified_gmt":"2025-10-12T10:02:48","slug":"enzo-fernandez-withdrawn-from-argentina-squad-with-knee-injury-what-it-means-for-chelsea-the-national-team","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/90minutesnews.com\/?p=13398","title":{"rendered":"Enzo Fern\u00e1ndez Withdrawn from Argentina Squad with Knee Injury: What It Means for Chelsea & the National Team"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fern\u00e1ndez<\/strong> has withdrawn from Argentina\u2019s squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers<\/strong> due to a knee injury<\/strong>, sparking concern both at Stamford Bridge and in Lionel Scaloni\u2019s camp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 24-year-old was called up for Argentina\u2019s matches against Brazil<\/strong> and Peru<\/strong>, but reports from Buenos Aires confirm he will not feature after experiencing persistent discomfort in his right knee during training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chelsea\u2019s medical team reportedly advised against risking Fern\u00e1ndez, emphasizing the importance of recovery ahead of a busy domestic run that includes key Premier League fixtures and European commitments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sources close to the Argentine FA revealed that Scaloni reluctantly released Enzo<\/strong> after medical scans indicated inflammation, though no ligament damage was found. \u201cHe\u2019s an essential player for both club and country, but it\u2019s about protecting his long-term health,\u201d an Argentina staff member was quoted as saying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Chelsea, manager Enzo Maresca<\/strong> will now face a dilemma. Fern\u00e1ndez has been one of the few consistent performers in midfield this season, dictating tempo and linking play between defense and attack. His absence could force tactical adjustments, with Conor Gallagher<\/strong> or Romeo Lavia<\/strong> likely to step in temporarily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Argentina, the loss of Fern\u00e1ndez adds to a growing list of absentees including Reece James<\/strong>, who was sidelined earlier this week. Scaloni\u2019s side will now rely on Alexis Mac Allister<\/strong> and Rodrigo De Paul<\/strong> to anchor the midfield in Enzo\u2019s absence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chelsea fans will hope the injury is only short-term, as the Blues prepare for upcoming league clashes that could shape their season. Fern\u00e1ndez\u2019s vision and passing range remain vital to Chelsea\u2019s rhythm \u2014 and any extended absence could disrupt their current resurgence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udcac Key Quote<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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\u201cIt\u2019s just precautionary Enzo will be back soon. We don\u2019t want to risk a small issue becoming something bigger.\u201d Source close to Chelsea\u2019s medical staff<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udcca Quick Facts<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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  • Player:<\/strong> Enzo Fern\u00e1ndez<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Age:<\/strong> 24<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Injury:<\/strong> Right knee inflammation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Expected return:<\/strong> Within 2\u20133 weeks<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Upcoming fixtures missed:<\/strong> Argentina vs Brazil, Chelsea vs Bournemouth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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