Enzo Fernandez: My reference point is Frenkie de Jong

Enzo Fernandez: My reference point is Frenkie de Jong

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The Benfica midfielder likes the Barca player and looks up to him

One of the stars of the World Cup has been Argentina’s Enzo Fernandez. The Benfica midfielder was on the bench at first but scored a great goal against Mexico and has started the next three games.

Big clubs including Barcelona and Real Madrid are paying attention. 

On Friday Enzo faced Barca midfielder Frenkie de Jong in their quarter-final clash, which Argentina won on penalties, sending the Netherlands out.

Enzo said he has always admired the former Ajax man.

“My reference in Europe is Frenkie de Jong, he can play anywhere in midfield, he’s a very complete player,” said Enzo a while back. Feelings that were confirmed in the game.

Barcelona are looking for a pivot and Enzo can play in that position. He does so in the 4-2-3-1 that Roger Schmidt’s Benfica use, although with Argentina he features more as an interior midfielder.

Who knows, perhaps Enzo can be competition for Frenkie if Sergio Busquets ends up leaving to the MLS… 

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