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Chelsea Suspends Enzo Fernandez For Man City Match Despite Apology

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Chelsea imposed a two-match internal ban on Enzo Fernandez. Fernandez apologised for Madrid comments.

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Chelsea Suspends Enzo Fernandez For Man City Match Despite Apology
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Fernandez's Suspension

Fernandez remains suspended for the Manchester City match despite apologising. Rosenior said it was a serious meeting about something very serious.

The suspension followed Fernandez's comments expressing admiration for Madrid. Chelsea are sixth in the Premier League, one point behind Liverpool.

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Agent and Contract Issues

Pastore branded the sanction as completely unfair. Fernandez only mentioned Madrid as a city, not as a club.

Contract talks have stalled since December or January. Real Madrid is looking for a midfielder and Fernandez is one of their targets.

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Peace Made, Return Uncertain

Reports emerged that Chelsea and Fernandez had made peace. Rosenior confirmed the suspension would remain in place for the City match.

There are still a few hurdles that need to be overcome. Injured defenders James, Chalobah and Colwill remain unavailable.

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