Enzo Fernandez was met with jeers from Chelsea fans after entering as a substitute during their 3-1 friendly victory over Real Sociedad at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.
The Argentine midfielder, who has previously expressed his desire to leave the club, was introduced in the 62nd minute for Reece James, prompting a mixed reaction from the crowd.
While some supporters voiced their disapproval, others showed support for the 25-year-old, who informed Chelsea of his intention to move on back in May.
Chelsea have set a reported asking price of £120 million ($162 million) for Fernandez, but no offers have been received so far in the summer transfer window. Fernandez recently scored Argentina’s equaliser in their World Cup semi-final win over England in July, but was later sent off in their defeat to Spain in the final.
Record signing Morgan Rogers found the net on his first Stamford Bridge appearance, slotting home after Joao Pedro’s header was parried. Brazilian forward Pedro sealed the win for new manager Xabi Alonso, netting twice to bring his pre-season tally to eight goals, after Jon Aramburu had drawn Real Sociedad level.
