Enzo Maresca praises Enzo Fernandez for impact at Manchester City
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 8:33 AM
Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca said midfielder Enzo Fernandez has brought an immediate winning mentality to the squad following his £125 million move from Chelsea. The Argentinian joined the club less than two weeks ago and made his debut in a victory against Coventry City after replacing an injured Nico O’Reilly in the starting line-up. Maresca noted that Fernandez has evolved from a deeper-lying player into an attacking threat capable of contributing more goals and assists. The midfielder also appeared in a recent Champions League win at Porto. Manchester City now shifts its focus toward Sunday’s derby match against Manchester United at Old Trafford. Maresca expressed a desire to improve upon the team's previous performance against their local rivals in the upcoming fixture.
- •Enzo Fernandez joined Manchester City for £125 million from Chelsea.
- •Maresca highlighted the player's development into an attacking midfielder.
- •Fernandez debuted in a win over Coventry City after a late lineup change.
- •Manchester City plays Manchester United at Old Trafford this Sunday.
- 8:33 AMYahoo Sports — Maresca: Enzo Fernandez’s ‘winning mentality’ is what Man City need
"Enzo Fernandez has brought a winning mentality to Manchester City that has quickly impressed his team-mates, manager Enzo Maresca has said. It has been less than two weeks since Fernandez joined City in a British record-equalling £125 million ($169.
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