Chelsea supporters jeer Enzo Fernandez as he comes on as a substitute during the club’s final pre-season friendly at Stamford Bridge, a 3-1 win over Real Sociedad. Multiple outlets report the jeers happened when Fernandez replaced Reece James in the 62nd minute, drawing attention to his ongoing links with a possible departure.
Reports also note mixed reactions from the crowd. Some sources describe boos or jeers, while others say a portion of fans also show backing for Fernandez, reflecting a divided response. The Independent adds that the jeering follows transfer-exit rumours, and mentions Xabi Alonso defending Fernandez after the booing. Other outlets focus on the timing of the reaction in the match and the visibility of supporters’ feelings during his return.
Several accounts frame the reception in the context of Fernandez’s previous public desire to leave Chelsea, which outlets connect to the chants and boos. Meanwhile, the overall match result remains consistent across coverage, with Chelsea winning 3-1 as pre-season preparations conclude.
