Manchester City is considering a move to sign Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez before the close of the summer transfer window, as part of their ongoing efforts to strengthen the squad.
According to TEAMtalk, the Argentine international is highly admired by City’s manager Enzo Maresca, who is keen to work with him again having previously managed him at Chelsea.
The report states that Fernandez would welcome a move to the Etihad Stadium, though he has not received an official offer yet. Meanwhile, Manchester City continues to evaluate the deal and its associated financial hurdles.
Key Details of the Potential Transfer:
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Record Signing: The 25-year-old joined Chelsea from Benfica in January 2023 for £106.8 million, making it the most expensive transfer in English football history at the time.
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Desire for a New Challenge: Fernandez has been linked with a departure from Stamford Bridge in recent months after telling his inner circle that he wants a new experience. His agent also revealed they are exploring options to leave the London club.
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Internal Tensions: The player’s relationship with Chelsea’s management has experienced some friction. He faced a two-match internal suspension after publicly expressing admiration for the idea of living in Madrid. Although he later apologized, talks regarding an improved contract have stalled.
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Stellar Stats: Fernandez has made 169 appearances for Chelsea across all competitions. His best goalscoring campaign came during the 2025-2026 season, where he netted 15 goals and provided 7 assists in 51 appearances.
The Rodri Factor
Chelsea is holding out for a massive fee to sanction the sale of their star, who is under contract until the summer of 2032—especially to a direct Premier League rival.
However, Manchester City’s approach could become much more serious if Spanish midfielder Rodri departs for Barcelona this summer. Should that happen, City will desperately need to add a new player with the experience and ability to command the center of the pitch.
