The controversy over Argentina’s racist chants after their Copa America victory has died down somewhat, and Enzo Fernandez’s return to the London squad, which includes many French players of African origin, appears to have gone well. The Times has just revealed some big information…
The 23-year-old midfielder will thus be promoted to vice-captain of the Blues. He has already worn the armband during the Londoners’ summer friendlies, and Enzo Maresca’s staff believe that his influence in the dressing room and the respect his teammates have for him justify this new status. And this while he has only one and a half seasons at Chelsea under his belt.