Chelsea has suspended midfielder Enzo Fernandez for two matches, reportedly against Port Vale and Manchester City. The suspension was announced by Chelsea, with the club stating it was due to Fernandez's comments. According to reports, Fernandez criticized Chelsea regarding former coach Enzo Maresca and questioned his own future at the club, with sources indicating he reportedly shouted at teammates on the pitch and caused disruption in the dressing room.
Chelsea's coach Liam Rosenior expressed disappointment in Fernandez, saying a line had been crossed regarding the club's culture. Fernandez's agent Javier Pastore called the suspension completely unfair, arguing it is too harsh given Chelsea's situation and that there is no explanation for it. Meanwhile, Chelsea's left-back Marc Cucurella is not suspended and will be available for upcoming matches, according to Rosenior.
a line had been crossed regarding the club's culture
Cucurella reportedly expressed a desire to return to Barcelona in the past, but Rosenior stated that Cucurella is fully committed to Chelsea and wants to stay for next season. Cucurella has made nine goals and ten assists in 154 competitive matches for Chelsea.
the suspension completely unfair, arguing it is too harsh given Chelsea's situation and that there is no explanation for it
Cucurella is fully committed to Chelsea and wants to stay for next season