Fernandez initially struggled to justify his substantial transfer fee after joining the club in January last year. However, the Argentine credits his recent improvement in form to building a strong understanding with coach Enzo Maresca.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
After an impressive initial six months at Stamford Bridge, the midfielder faced challenges during his first full season, largely due to playing much of the campaign while managing a hernia.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
However, since returning to the squad last month, Fernandez has found his form, contributing three goals and four assists in seven Premier League matches and playing a key role in Chelsea\u2019s rise to second place.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"When I arrived it was very difficult, the first year and a half here: change of coaches, the club wasn't doing well, personal injuries,\" Fernandez told ESPN.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The 23-year-old revealed that he didn't feel the pressure of the price tag while playing for Chelsea.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"It didn't affect me. I tried to take it responsibly, with enjoyment, without pressure. I was not satisfied with what I had been showing, then I got injured, many adverse things happened, I tried to move forward but today I feel very good, as does the team and we hope to continue on this path,\" he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The 2022 World Cup winner credited Maresca for his resurgence since his return in November.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"I learned the position in which I had to play, over time I got the idea of what the coach wanted. He (Maresca) explained to me what he wanted and I was getting the concept, reading the games. There is still a long way to go,\" he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"On a personal level I have been feeling very good. The team has shown a very strong character, always working with humility and showing that great things can be achieved. There is still a long way to go,\" Fernandez added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"I learned the position in which I had to play, over time I got the idea of what the coach wanted. He (Maresca) explained to me what he wanted and I was getting the concept, reading the games. There is still a long way to go,\" he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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