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Chelsea are in a poor run of form and two of their stars have cast doubt over their futures at Stamford Bridge
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The best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week. Become a Member in Seconds Unlock instant access to exclusive member features. You are now subscribed Your newsletter sign-up was successful Want to add more newsletters? Five times a week Four Four Two Daily Fantastic football content straight to your inbox! From the latest transfer news, quizzes, videos, features and interviews with the biggest names in the game, plus lots more. Once a week . .. And it’s LIVE! Sign up to our FREE live football newsletter, tracking all of the biggest games available to watch on the device of your choice. Never miss a kick-off! Join the club Get full access to premium articles, exclusive features and a growing list of member rewards. Chelsea's season is in danger of falling apart following a run of four successive defeats in all competitions. Liam Rosenior's side dropped out of the Premier League top five after losses to Newcastle United and Everton, while an 8-2 aggregate humbling by Paris Saint-Germain in the last 16 saw them crash out of the Champions League. Chelsea must finish the league campaign strongly to ensure they compete in Europe's top club competition again next term, but first up is an FA Cup quarter-final against League One strugglers Port Vale on Saturday - their final chance of silverware this season.
Champions League qualification is not only vital to the Blues in terms of revenue and prestige, but also to help them keep their star players at Stamford Bridge. Failure to secure a place in the competition next season could see Chelsea's big names look elsewhere this summer - and it appears some are already weighing up their options.
Full-back Marc Cucurella is in his fourth season at Stamford Bridge after joining the Blues from Brighton & Hove Albion in August 2022, having risen through the ranks at Barcelona. Speaking ahead of his country's friendly with Egypt tonight, the Spain international was asked what he would do if the La Liga giants came calling, and said: "It would be difficult to refuse. It's not just about me. I'd have to think about my family. If it happens, it happens, and we'll see what decision is made. " The best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week. Cucurella added: "You always think about going back. I'm very happy there (in London), and so is my family. I'll leave it for a few years from now. " It comes after Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez appeared to suggest he could depart Stamford Bridge this summer, with Real Madrid reportedly interested. The Argentina star was asked after Chelsea's Champions League exit if he could guarantee he would still be at the club next season, and told ESPN Argentina: "I don't know. My focus is here for now. Then, the World Cup coming up so we'll see after that. "
According to Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo, Fernandez is on Real's list of targets should they fail in their pursuit of Manchester City star Rodri. And the 25-year-old, who joined from Benfica for £106. 8million in January 2023, did little to quash the rumours when speaking to You Tube channel Avirales this week: "I'd like to live in Spain, I really like Madrid; it reminds me of Buenos Aires. Players live where they want. I'd live in Madrid. I get by [speaking] English, but I'd be more comfortable in Spanish. " Fernandez's Chelsea contract does not expire until 2032, so the club would be in a strong position if it came to negotiating a fee for the midfielder - but his comments will hardly increase confidence among fans that he is committed to the Blues long-term. James Roberts is a freelance sports journalist working for Four Four Two. He has spent the past three years as a sports sub-editor for various national newspapers and started his career at the Oxford Mail, where he covered Oxford United home and away. You must confirm your public display name before commenting Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name.
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