According to a report by Football London on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, Enzo Fernandez's departure from Chelsea followed a period of uncertainty after the midfielder repeatedly made his desire to leave Stamford Bridge clear. His transfer to Manchester City eventually gave him the opportunity to pursue a new challenge.

The Argentine's attitude during the closing stages of last season angered sections of the Chelsea fanbase, particularly because of his reported interest in joining Real Madrid. The situation became even more controversial when Liam Rosenior suspended him for two matches, a decision that divided supporters.

Nevertheless, Chelsea fans may now have reasons to believe that selling Fernandez was the right move. The midfielder secured his departure shortly before the transfer window shut, officially ending his association with the West London club.

His time at Manchester City has not gone as smoothly as expected, with his performances attracting criticism despite the enormous £125 million fee paid to secure his services. City's inconsistent form has also raised questions about the Argentine's ability to make the desired difference in midfield.

Former Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard has become the latest prominent figure to express doubts about the midfielder's move to the Etihad Stadium. During an appearance on The Overlap Daily, he praised Fernandez's footballing ability but admitted that the transfer has not yet proved successful.

"I think he's a really good player. But you would have to say no at the moment," Gerrard stated when asked to assess the Argentine's performances at Manchester City.

Gerrard also raised concerns about the composition of City's midfield, bringing up Elliot Anderson and Bouaddi when discussing the team's selection options. He argued that Maresca needs players who can provide more physical presence, aggression and intensity in the middle of the pitch.

The former midfielder further highlighted City's shortcomings during their recent meeting with Nottingham Forest. According to Gerrard, Pep Guardiola's side struggled in physical contests, lost too many duels and were outperformed by their opponents for significant periods.

On the other hand, Fernandez's departure could prove advantageous for Chelsea, particularly from a tactical perspective. Xabi Alonso's preferred system does not appear to offer the Argentine a natural role, while Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers are better equipped to operate in the attacking positions behind the centre-forward.

Financially, Chelsea also benefited significantly from the transaction, receiving £125 million for a player whose performances have not matched his transfer valuation. His current average FotMob rating of 6.92 places him only tenth in Chelsea's squad rankings this season.

Several Chelsea midfielders, including Moises Caicedo, Jordan Henderson and Romeo Lavia, have registered superior ratings. Palmer and Rogers have also produced better statistical numbers, adding further weight to the suggestion that Chelsea made a smart decision by cashing in on Fernandez.