Enzo Fernandez is back! Chelsea's £106m man returns to action after hernia surgery as he's introduced as Argentina substitute alongside Lionel Messi ahead of Copa America

Fernandez has been missing from Chelsea's squad since their humbling 5-0 defeat to Arsenal in April. He played 67 minutes in that game and then underwent surgery on a hernia issue, missing the final six league fixtures. Ironically, the Blues went unbeaten in that stretch, but will undoubtedly be boosted by the return of the £106m ($134m) signing.

Fernandez came off the bench early in the second half as Argentina beat Ecuador 1-0, replacing Lautaro Martinez. The 23-year-old, who was introduced alongside Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi, will hope to build his fitness up ahead of the Copa America after being included in Argentina's squad.

Fernandez has won a total of 22 caps for Argentina, scoring four goals, since his debut in 2022. He has somewhat flattered to deceive at Chelsea in his debut campaign, though, as he contributed to just five goals, either by scoring or assisting.

Argentina go into the Copa America at the end of the month and will face Canada, Chile, and Peru in their group. Before that, they face Guatemala in a warm-up friendly on Saturday.