- Enzo Fernandez was omitted from Chelsea's squad for their Carabao Cup tie against Luton Town, despite manager Xabi Alonso previously stating he expected the midfielder to feature.
- Manchester City are expected to submit a new offer for the Argentina international, with Chelsea valuing the player at around £120m ahead of Tuesday's transfer deadline.
- Alonso confirmed the decision was taken after assessing individual and collective situations, while maintaining that Chelsea want to build the best team possible.
- The midfielder recently made a substitute appearance in Chelsea's Premier League opening fixture at Fulham amid ongoing transfer speculation.
- Chelsea are also considering a bid in excess of £80m for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott as potential midfield reinforcements are explored.
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