In an unexpected turn of events that has shaken the football world, Real Madrid is reportedly finalizing the details of an offer that promises to revolutionize the summer transfer market. According to sources close to the club, the club’s board is preparing to offer Chelsea € 40 million plus the young talent Arda Güler in a bid to sign Enzo Fernández , one of the most coveted midfielders in Europe.

Enzo Fernández, current Chelsea star and World Cup winner with Argentina in Qatar 2022, has been the target of several European clubs in recent seasons. His vision, precise passing, and defensive solidity have made him a key pillar in the London club’s system. However, Chelsea’s inconsistent performance in the Premier League this season has reportedly opened the door to a possible exit for the Argentine.

Real Madrid, always on the lookout for great talents, has reportedly decided to take a step forward. With the need to rejuvenate their midfield following the departure of Toni Kroos and the uncertain future of Luka Modrić, the signing of Enzo Fernández is emerging as a top priority for Florentino Pérez and his coaching team.

The inclusion of Arda Güler in the offer has surprised many. The young Turk, signed with great anticipation in 2023 from Fenerbahçe, has shown glimpses of his quality in the few minutes he has had under Carlo Ancelotti. However, stiff competition at Real Madrid, coupled with a few injuries, has limited his progress.

The Merengues’ strategy would be to use Güler’s great potential as a bargaining chip to reduce the cost of the Enzo deal, trusting that at Stamford Bridge he can find the minutes and continuity he needs to fully exploit his talent.

The deal would have a total value of approximately €80 million , considering Arda Güler’s current valuation of around €40 million.
Chelsea, who paid over €120 million to Benfica in January 2023 for Enzo, would be happy to recoup some of their investment and add a young talent who could fit into their renewal plan.

Furthermore, internal sources indicate that Real Madrid would offer Enzo a six-year contract , with a salary that would be around 9 million euros net per season , placing him among the highest paid at the club, only behind Vinícius Jr. and Jude Bellingham.

While Enzo Fernández’s arrival seems like great news for Real Madrid on paper, there are also risks. Adapting to Real Madrid’s tactical system and the media pressure that comes with wearing the Real Madrid shirt is no easy task. Furthermore, Real Madrid fans have high hopes for Arda Güler, so his departure could cause some discontent among the most loyal fans.

However, the recent history of successful strategic signings—such as Camavinga, Tchouaméni, and Bellingham—gives the sporting directors confidence.

So far, neither Enzo nor his entourage have made any public statements. However, several British media outlets claim that the Argentine would welcome a move to Real Madrid, where he could immediately aspire to major titles, including the UEFA Champions League.

Chelsea, meanwhile, is facing a major restructuring under its new manager and needs to free up wages and renew its squad to comply with UEFA’s Financial Fair Play regulations.

According to various sources, negotiations could accelerate in the coming weeks, with the aim of closing the deal before the start of preseason. Real Madrid wants to avoid an open bidding war with other clubs interested in Enzo, such as Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain.

Everything points to the fact that this summer, as is now tradition, the Santiago Bernabéu could once again witness one of those galactic debuts that mark an era.