Chelsea’s manager, Mauricio Pochettino, has expressed concern over Enzo Fernández’s fitness, revealing that the player has been experiencing pain which affected his performance on the field. Pochettino emphasized the urgency of addressing Fernández’s health issues to ensure his ability to compete at optimal levels.
“Enzo Fernández feels pain, he was not playing in normal conditions and so the most important thing is to fix the problem,” Pochettino stated. He further highlighted the detrimental impact of Fernández’s compromised fitness not just on the player, but on the team and club as a whole. “If he can’t perform, it’s not good for us, for the club and for everyone,” he added.
This statement comes amidst a series of comments from Pochettino regarding various challenges and prospects at Chelsea. Recently, he defended his players against criticism and discussed the club’s prospects in European competitions. He also previously predicted a bright future for Fernández at Chelsea, which underscores the significance of the midfielder’s swift recovery and return to full health.