Enzo Fernandez says Chelsea still have Champions League hopes despite their current position
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Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandes || Image credit: Imago

Enzo Fernandez says Chelsea still have Champions League hopes despite their current position

Faruq Ibrahim 22:23 - 14.02.2024

Chelsea star midfielder Enzo Fernandez believes Chelsea are still contenders for one of the Champions League slots.

Chelsea's rollercoaster Premier League season has been a narrative of high hopes dashed by disappointing performances, leaving the Blues languishing far from their coveted Champions League aspirations. 

Yet, amidst this tumultuous campaign, midfield maestro Enzo Fernandez has sparked a glimmer of hope, asserting a seismic shift in attitude that could potentially catapult Chelsea back into contention for Europe's premier club competition.

A Glimpse of Hope Amidst Despair

In a candid revelation to ESPN, Fernandez didn't mince words about Chelsea's recent upswing in fortunes, following a disheartening string of defeats. "The victory at Crystal Palace is worth a lot to us. Last week we defeated Aston Villa in the FA Cup," he shared, underlining the pivotal nature of these victories in rejuvenating the squad's morale. 

These recent triumphs, particularly the emphatic 3-1 league victory over Crystal Palace, have injected a much-needed dose of belief into Mauricio Pochettino's squad, hinting at a possible late surge for a top-four finish.

Despite being ensnared in the mid-table quagmire, 13 points adrift of the Champions League spots, Fernandez's optimism is palpable. Chelsea's record-breaking £400m spending spree last summer has yet to yield the expected dividends, with the team's inconsistency being a thorn in their side.

Enzo Fernandez in action for Chelsea || Credit: Imago
Enzo Fernandez in action for Chelsea || Credit: Imago

 Yet, Fernandez sees these struggles as growing pains, stating, "Throughout the season, we've had ups and downs in the league and that is why we find ourselves a little far away from the first places."

The Road Ahead

As Chelsea brace for a heavyweight clash against Manchester City followed by a high-stakes encounter with Liverpool in the League Cup final, Fernandez's rallying cry could not have come at a more crucial time. "But there is a long way to go, we have trust in our work, in a new team, and day by day we are improving to be able to meet the objective, we want to play in the Champions League next year," he affirmed.

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