Manchester City weigh Enzo Fernández move as Chelsea set £120m stance

Sam Lee of The Athletic reports that Manchester City have set their sights on Chelsea’s Enzo Fernández as they look to reinforce midfield options. The report adds that Rodri and Tijjani Reijnders are viewed as ready to leave, shaping City’s thinking in the market.

According to Lee, Chelsea are seeking around £120 million for the Argentina international, a price that would make any move demanding. The dynamic between the clubs is also described as difficult, which could further complicate attempts to reach an understanding.

Lee states that Enzo Maresca holds Fernández in high regard, aligning with City’s intention to add a high-calibre central midfielder. Separately, City are still working on a deal involving Bouaddi, per the same report.

This amounts to interest rather than negotiations or a bid at this stage. Any pursuit would likely hinge on how the market develops around City’s current midfielders and whether the sides can navigate both the valuation and inter-club relations. For now, the outline is clear: City are exploring Fernández as a priority option, Chelsea have a firm position on price, and other targets remain active in the background.