Man City begin talks with Chelsea over Enzo Fernandez move

Manchester City have opened direct club‑to‑club talks with Chelsea to sign midfielder Enzo Fernandez, according to reports from Sky in Italy. The Premier League champions are said to be exploring a deal that would see the Argentine international join the Etihad, provided the clubs can agree on a price that satisfies both parties.

Chelsea are reportedly prepared to sell Fernandez for the right sum and have indicated a willingness to improve their squad before the transfer window closes. The Blues had previously reached an understanding with the player’s representatives that a £120m fee would be acceptable by the August 14 deadline, but no formal offer was submitted before the cut‑off.

City’s interest in bolstering their central midfield has intensified following Rodri’s departure to Barcelona earlier this month. The squad has also seen Nico González move to Newcastle for up to £50m, Tijjani Reijnders head to Al Qadsiah for £51m, and veteran Bernardo Silva exit on a free transfer to Real Madrid. In response, Manchester City have already secured Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille for £86m – a world‑record for a teenager – and added England international Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for £116m in July.

The ongoing negotiations underline City’s strategy to reinforce their midfield options ahead of the season’s climax. Further details will emerge as clubs finalize their plans before the transfer window shuts. Man City confident Enzo Fernandez will join from Chelsea