Premier League
Manchester City is preparing a formal proposal in this summer market of August 2026 to sign Enzo Fernández, a 25-year-old midfielder from Chelsea. The Manchester City transfer market is focused on finding a replacement for Rodri.
The Manchester board aims to meet coach Enzo Maresca's direct request to cover Rodri's absence, following a previous verbal offer of 120 million euros (102 million pounds) rejected by Stamford Bridge. Chelsea demands a minimum of 140 million euros (120 million pounds) to authorize the transfer.
Manchester City face having to pay Chelsea more than £120m to land Enzo Fernandez. Chelsea would look to replace him and could try again on Alex Scott.
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Chelsea's Evaluation and Jorge Mendes' Involvement
Despite publicly stating that the player was not for sale, Chelsea's co-ownership led by Behdad Eghbali has been considering his transfer since May 2026. Agent Jorge Mendes has engaged in discussions to expedite the departure of the 25-year-old midfielder, whose release clause is set at 140 million euros (120 million pounds).
Fabrizio Romano confirmed that the representatives of the Argentine international are in constant contact with the Manchester hierarchy. While the initially assessed starting price of 162 million dollars (120 million pounds) has increased after the initial deadlines, the London management will be willing to negotiate if the written offer reaches the threshold of 140 million euros.
Enzo Maresca's Negotiations to Close the Deal at Manchester City
Maresca has maintained open communication with Fernández since the end of the previous season, urging him to expedite joining the squad. The Italian coach views the 25-year-old player as the top piece to take charge of the midfield in the 2026/2027 season following Rodri's sale to FC Barcelona for 76.5 million euros.
Manchester City seeks to avoid the full payment of the 140 million euro clause, aiming to lower British expectations through performance-related variables. The player has already agreed to the proposed salary conditions from Manchester, awaiting both clubs to align on the financial terms.
Manchester City emissaries will send the written offer to Chelsea's offices in the upcoming days of August. If the London management accepts the revised proposal exceeding 120 million euros, Fernández will travel to Manchester for the medical examination and to sign his new contract before August 22.
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