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Real Madrid have decided that Enzo Fernandez is the midfielder they want in the summer as they look to do a deal with Chelsea, according to reports.<\/p>\n
Los Blancos have had a turbulent season with former head coach Xabi Alonso sacked in January after Real Madrid<\/strong> lost to arch-rivals Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup.<\/p>\n The Spanish giants immediately appointed Alvaro Arbeloa as his successor but it wasn\u2019t made clear if the former defender was the new permanent boss or an interim until the end of the season.<\/p>\n Either way, it now looks certain that Arbeloa will be replaced in the summer \u2013 with Real Madrid trailing La Liga leaders Barcelona by 11 points \u2013 and president Florentino Perez is pushing for Jose Mourinho to take over<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Chelsea midfielder Fernandez has previously been mooted as one of the signings Jurgen Klopp wants to make as soon as he arrives at the end of the season, although there are doubts whether he will now take over.<\/p>\n And now the latest reports in Spain claim that Real Madrid \u2018already know\u2019 they will spend their first \u20ac120m on the signing of Fernandez, who is branded a the \u2018best player in the world\u2019.<\/p>\n READ: Gyokeres and club-record signing among five big-money players who have whelmed the most this season<\/strong><\/p>\n It is undesrstood that Real Madrid have \u2018already begun making moves in the summer transfer market with a clear objective: to\u00a0\u00a0reinforce its midfield with a top-level player\u2019.<\/p>\n Fernandez is \u2018now within striking distance\u2019 for Real Madrid and the Argentina international \u2018wouldn\u2019t be opposed to a change of scenery\u2019 this summer, especially to the Bernabeu.<\/p>\n The report adds: \u2018The reality is that Enzo\u2019s arrival would represent a complete change of strategy at Real Madrid. The Argentine is considered one of the best midfielders in the world, with the ability to organize, win back possession, and lead the game from the centre of the pitch. His profile fits perfectly with what this club needs to return to the top.<\/p>\n \u2018Therefore, if Real Madrid decides to proceed with this operation, Rodri\u2019s name would be definitively ruled out. Enzo Fernandez is not only an alternative, but a top-level signing who could usher in a new era for the team\u2019s midfield. The transfer market will dictate the outcome, but the stage is set.\u2019<\/p>\n MEDIAWATCH: Celebration Police get a kicking as Arsenal reach CL final and supercomputer support rolls in<\/strong><\/p>\n Former Manchester United striker Louis Saha thinks Fernandez is a \u201cno-brainer\u201d signing for the Red Devils this summer if he is available.<\/p>\n Saha told Betinia<\/em>: \u201cI don\u2019t think Enzo Fernandez has the same style as Bruno Fernandes, but he could still fit into that midfield.<\/p>\n \u201cHe has the calmness on the ball, the intelligence, and the ability to open up play. He\u2019s not exactly the same as a holding midfielder like Caicedo, but he has aggression and quality.<\/p>\n \u201cIt would be a no-brainer, but if he is available, it\u2019s definitely something Manchester United should consider.\u201d<\/p>\n MAILBOX: Arsenal accused of \u2018turgid, time-wasting, manipulative rubbish\u2019 after victory<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/div>\nChelsea star \u2018now within striking distance\u2019 for Real Madrid<\/strong><\/h2>\n