Real Madrid wants different options in case their pursuit of Jude Bellingham fails. The Los Blancos have identified Benfica Enzo Fernández, who has a stronghold in the club’s central midfield.

The Spanish giants are searching for suitable replacements for Luka Modrić and Toni Kroos and want to do so quickly. The duo have less than a year left, and they choose to renew beyond this season.

Enzo Fernández is one of the best players at Benfica, powering the club’s unbeaten run in the Champions League group stages despite Paris Saint-Germain’s dominance.

One thing that comes as a surprise to many is the performance of the Argentine despite playing football for the first time on the European continent.

According to Fichajes, Real Madrid will push to sign Enzo Fernández in the opening week amid interest in Borussia Dortmund’s in-demand midfielder Jude Bellingham who’s valued at around 100 million pounds.

The report suggests Real Madrid may not find it difficult to sign the South American footballer despite facing competition from teams like Inter Milan, Manchester City or FC Barcelona.

What are the stats behind Enzo Fernández at Benfica?

So far this year at Benfica, he has made 22 appearances, scoring three goals and four assists.