London, April 3 (NationPress) The West London club Chelsea has made the decision to impose disciplinary measures on Enzo Fernandez, resulting in the midfielder's exclusion from the squad due to comments he made regarding a potential future in Spain that raised eyebrows within the organization.

Head coach Liam Rosenior announced that the Argentinian player will not participate in two vital matches, namely an FA Cup quarter-final and a prestigious Premier League matchup against Manchester City, following a choice made just prior to his scheduled media appearance.

This action follows Fernandez's public remarks about speculation connecting him to Real Madrid, where he expressed a preference for living in Spain, particularly in Madrid—statements that did not resonate positively with the club's hierarchy.

Although Fernandez holds significant value in the midfield position, Chelsea's management, which includes coaching staff, sporting directors, and ownership, reached a consensus that disciplinary measures were warranted to uphold the standards of the team. This decision was also influenced by comments made by teammate Marc Cucurella, which were viewed as part of a larger narrative that needed to be addressed.

Rosenior emphasized that the club's primary focus is on preserving its culture, even if it necessitates making tough decisions regarding key players.

"I had a conversation with Enzo just an hour ago. As a football club, he won't be available for tomorrow's match or the one against Manchester City next Sunday. A line was crossed concerning our culture and the vision we aim to create. I hold Enzo in high regard both as a person and a player, and he is understandably frustrated because he desires our success. The comments made by Enzo and Cucurella's interview emerge from this good intention to see the club thrive," Rosenior stated.

"Regarding Enzo, I have immense respect for him as an individual, a character, and a player. His frustration stems from his desire for our success. This decision was not solely mine or that of the sporting directors, ownership, or players; we are united in our choice. This is not the end for Enzo. It's a disciplinary action. Protecting our culture is paramount, and in this instance, a line was indeed crossed. Even during his time at Everton, he showed no lack of commitment in his performance. As for his wishes and future, that is not mine to speak on," he added.

Meanwhile, Chelsea is currently experiencing a challenging phase, having lost four consecutive matches from March 11 to March 21, which includes an aggregate defeat of 8-2 in their Champions League round of 16 against Paris St-Germain (PSG).