Enzo Fernandez responds to Facundo Buonanotte’s message after disappointing Chelsea debut
Chelsea stars have shared their support for Facundo Buonanotte after the 20-year-old made his debut for Enzo Maresca’s men.
On Saturday, 13 September, Chelsea were held to a 2-2 draw with Brentford, despite goals from Cole Palmer and Moises Caicedo.
Buonanotte’s Blues debut was over after just 45 minutes, as he was subbed off in favour of Tyrique George at half-time.
Meanwhile, having made several additions in the summer transfer window, Chelsea remain keen on Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers.
Enzo Fernandez responds as Facundo Buonanotte shares message after Chelsea debut
After being held to a draw by Brentford on 13 September, Maresca’s side face Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Wednesday, 17 September.
Intriguingly, that encounter could see Nicolas Jackson playing against Chelsea, after the striker joined the Bundesliga giants on loan from the West Londoners.
Meanwhile, having featured for the Blues for the first time against Brentford, Buonanotte wrote on Instagram on Sunday, 14 September: “Not the result we wanted, but I’m happy to make my debut with this shirt.”
Enzo Fernandez displayed his support for his new teammate by commenting with a blue heart emoji.
Facundo Buonanotte fails to make the most of big opportunity
Buonanotte’s loan move from Brighton to Chelsea came as a surprise, after the attacking midfielder failed to help Leicester City stay in the Premier League while on loan with the Foxes last term.
| Facundo Buonanotte stats | Premier League 2025/26 |
| Appearances | 1 |
| Goals | 0 |
| Assists | 0 |
Meanwhile, the 20-year-old has been left out of Maresca’s Champions League squad, showing his relatively lowly position in the Stamford Bridge pecking order.
Therefore, Buonanotte failed to make an impact against Brentford, while his next Premier League start may not arrive any time soon, thanks to competition from the likes of Palmer and Fernandez.
Maresca must select his strongest possible team when the Blues travel to Manchester United in their next top-flight game on Saturday, 20 September, now that the West London outfit have endured draws with both Crystal Palace and Brentford, meaning they sit four points behind league leaders Liverpool.
However, Buonanotte will fancy his chances of featuring in the Carabao Cup against League One outfit Lincoln City on 23 September.