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Enzo Fernandez stakes claim to be Lionel Messi’s successor as Chelsea & Argentina star sets captaincy target that would see him take armband from all-time great

Enzo Fernandez is staking a claim to be Lionel Messi’s successor with the Argentina national team. The Chelsea midfielder is not looking to become the Albiceleste’s next iconic No.10, but admits that he would welcome the opportunity to inherit captaincy duties from his iconic countryman. That position will soon be up for grabs, with Messi building towards what would be his last World Cup.

Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal admits he enjoys superstardom despite intense scrutiny around his behaviour & personal life after string of controversies

Lamine Yamal has grown accustomed to seeing his every move dissected in minute detail, on and off the pitch, with the Barcelona wonderkid claiming to enjoy the level of celebrity that he now boasts. The teen sensation has no desire to shy away from the limelight, despite attracting some unwanted attention, and is revelling in his role as a global sporting superstar.

Beginning of the end for Thomas Frank?! Spurs players 'growing frustrated with team talks' and fear beleaguered boss could lose the dressing room

Tottenham head coach Thomas Frank risks losing the dressing room if he fails to trigger a turnaround in fortunes in the club's upcoming fixtures. It has been claimed that several players are starting to lose faith in the Dane due to his tendency to make late tactical adjustments, which often leaves the players confused about their responsibilities during games.

Thomas Frank not worried about Tottenham sack as he backs 'intelligent' owners to be patient despite miserable run

Thomas Frank is not concerned about losing his job at Tottenham, expressing unwavering confidence that the club’s "intelligent" owners will remain patient amid the team's dismal run of form. The Spurs manager cut a composed figure in the wake of Saturday’s 2-1 defeat to Fulham, even as frustration inside the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium boiled over and supporters turned on goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario.

Deco explains why Marcus Rashford 'suffered' at Man Utd as Barcelona benefit from 'happy' version of England international

Barcelona's sporting director, Deco, has shared his theory on why Marcus Rashford "suffered" at Manchester United. The former Chelsea and Porto midfielder suggested the United loanee is enjoying playing without the pressure of performing for his boyhood club, since he made a loan switch at the start of the 2025-26 season. The 27-year-old has scored six goals in 18 appearances for La Blaugrana so far.

Lionel Messi urged to abandon 'parody of football' in MLS with Inter Miami for three-month 'detox' before 2026 World Cup by Diego Maradona's old trainer

Lionel Messi has been urged to abandon the "parody of football" that is MLS and enjoy a pre-World Cup "detox". According to Fernando Signorini, who once worked with Diego Maradona, Messi needs to make Argentina’s defence of a global title next summer his top priority - which means taking a break with his family and potentially securing a short-term loan away from Inter Miami.

Man Utd legends reveal first impressions of 'frightening' Juan Sebastian Veron and are still in disbelief Argentina legend flopped in the Premier League

Former Manchester United stars Nicky Butt and Paul Scholes have revealed their first impressions of Juan Sebastian Veron. The mercurial Argentine moved to Old Trafford for a British record transfer fee in 2001 after shining for Parma and Lazio in Italy, but the midfielder struggled to adjust to the rigours of English football with both United and later Chelsea.