Enzo Fernandez reveals what makes Lionel Messi a 'great teammate' and outlines plans to win trophies
Enzo Fernandez has revealed his love for Lionel Messi as he aims to get his hands on silverware with Chelsea.
Fernandez joining the Blues in a £107million British transfer record from Benfica in January, shortly after winning the World Cup with Argentina.
The 22-year-old has started every game for Chelsea since his arrival, and despite not picking up a win following his arrival, he does believe success is only a matter of time.
“I’ve always longed to play in the Premier League. Chelsea has allowed me to play here, and I feel grateful for their trust,” Fernandez said.
“I love everything about the club, I’m so happy with my teammates and technical staff. Honestly, ever since I landed here I felt at home. I’ll always try to give it my all along with my teammates to achieve the greatest things for Chelsea.
“The World Cup is like reaching the sky! For me, that’s everlasting glory. But one needs to keep the focus and self-belief.
“I’ll always try to have confidence in us, to win everything possible and keep evolving as a player. Clinching titles is the main objective, as well as enjoying football.”
Fernandez has won the Argentinian Premier League with his boyhood club River Plate, and got his hands on the Copa Sudamericana under former Blues star Hernan Crespo while on loan at Defensa Y Justica.
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Though, playing alongside his idol and arguably the greatest player of all time in Messi, has had a huge impact on his career.
He continued: “I remember we went through tough times with the squad, and the press criticised Leo [Messi] so harshly. I tried to explain how I feel about him.
"I asked him to stay, as he said he wouldn’t play for the team anymore. I defended him to stay with us, playing for the squad. I was pretty young back then!
“He means a lot to everyone in the world. He’s a legend for Argentina. He’s a loved person, an idol for all Argentinians, for our children.
"As a person, I have no complaints about him. He’s always given me so much love. He’s always respected me and was a great teammate in all senses. I’m very thankful for having played with him.”
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