Chelsea's Argentine midfielder Enzo Fernández reflects on his debut season with 8 goals, including a crucial strike in the Club World Cup. In an exclusive interview with Chelsea FC, he discusses his ambitions for next season, his role under manager Maresca, and the pride of wearing the captain's armband. A must-read for Blues fans and football analysts alike.

As a data-driven analyst, I break down why Newcastle United faces an uphill battle against Chelsea in the race for Brighton's João Pedro. With the Blues' established transfer pipeline from the Seagulls (see: Potter, Caicedo, Cucurella) and Pedro's 10-goal Premier League campaign, this tactical acquisition could define both clubs' Champions League ambitions. Includes Synergy Sports breakdowns of Pedro's decision-making in final third.