Enzo Fernandez OUT of Chelsea squad for Luton clash with Argentine’s future in huge doubt before transfer deadline

ENZO FERNANDEZ is OUT of Chelsea’s squad to face Luton in the Carabao Cup. Xabi Alonso had insisted in his press conference on Wednesday that the Argentine was available for selection. Enzo Fernandes misses Thursday’s Carabao Cup clash with Luton Credit: Getty Xabi Alonso had confirmed the Argentine’s availability in his pre-match press conference Credit: Reuters Now, with his future increasingly in doubt, he misses the Stamford Bridge clash. His absence comes as Man City prepare an opening bid for the midfielder. Sign up for the Football newsletter Thank you! Chelsea had initially set an August 14 deadline for bids at £120million, but that came and went without any offer. City’s interest remains, however, with new Etihad boss Enzo Maresca keen on a reunion. Should he depart, Chelsea will seek an immediate replacement. The Blues remain keen on Bournemouth’s Alex Scott despite having a £64million bid rejected. The Cherries insist Scott is NOT for sale, but Chelsea are willing to test their resolve. City’s pursuit of Fernandez comes amid a complete midfield overhaul at the Etihad. Most read in Sport BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK Rodri joined Barcelona earlier this summer in a £65.4million move, while Tijjani Reijnders left after just one season to join Saudi side Al-Qadsiah. City have already signed £100million Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille and £116million England star Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest. But Maresca has openly admitted Rodri‘s void has not yet been filled, with Fernandez making no secret of his desire to leave Chelsea. He has continued to train with Alonso’s side, and came off the bench in Monday’s win over Fuham, receiving a warm reception from the travelling fans. Comment now