Benfica news

Chelsea completed the £106.8 million ($131m) signing of Benfica midfielder Enzo Fernandez on Tuesday in a dramatic final act of the January window.

After his transfer from Benfica seemed destined to collapse earlier on deadline day, Enzo Fernandez is set to undergo his Chelsea medical in Lisbon.

Chelsea have returned with a bid worth £105 million ($130m) for Benfica midfielder Enzo Fernandez.

Benfica remain determined to retain the services of Enzo Fernandez, but acknowledge that a £105m ($130m) bid for the Argentine would force their hand.

According to reports from Portugal and Argentina, Chelsea are set to make a fresh bid for Benfica midfielder Enzo Fernandez.

USMNT prospect Joshua Wynder is reportedly the subject of transfer interest from Benfica, with a significant bid on the way.

Benfica coach Roger Schmidt says he expects Enzo Fernandez to stay at the Portuguese side following reports of renewed interest from Chelsea.

Chelsea look set to renew their interest in Benfica midfielder Enzo Fernandez before the January transfer window closes.

Enzo Fernandez was on target for Benfica on Tuesday, and sent a clear message to fans with his celebration after being strongly linked with Chelsea.

Benfica manager Roger Schmidt has attempted to put an end to rumours linking Enzo Fernandez to Chelsea, claiming the player is "happy" at the club.

Benfica manager Roger Schmidt has explained why he dropped Chelsea target Enzo Fernandez from his matchday squad against Portimonense on Friday.

Chelsea have been warned that spending €120 million (£106m/$127m) would be a risk, with William Gallas questioning the midfielder’s price tag.

Chelsea have been accused of disrespecting Benfica in their ongoing efforts to turn Enzo Fernandez’s head and push through a move for the Argentine.