Chelsea prepares potential replacements for Enzo Fernandez amid Man City interest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 11:05 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Chelsea has identified Adam Wharton and Alex Scott as top targets should Enzo Fernandez be sold. The club set a deadline for Friday for any bids from Manchester City, who are rumored to be pursuing Fernandez. However, current assessments suggest no imminent bid is expected. If no offer materializes, Chelsea will likely reintegrate Fernandez into the team for the upcoming season.
- •Chelsea has a Friday deadline for Enzo Fernandez bids.
- •Adam Wharton and Alex Scott are potential replacements.
- •Manchester City remains interested in signing Fernandez.
- •Chelsea hopes to avoid distraction during preseason preparations.
- •No bids are anticipated at this time.
- 11:05 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea know their two top options as replacements for Enzo if deal goes down
"Chelsea have their two top targets lined up to replace Enzo Fernandez if Man City make a bid for him in the next 24 hours.If you enjoy Talk Chelsea coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a pre...
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