Man City deadline approaches for Chelsea’s Enzo Fernandez asking price

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Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Man City deadline approaches for Chelsea’s Enzo Fernandez asking price
Summary

Chelsea has set a deadline of 5pm on Friday for bids on Enzo Fernandez, as negotiations progress. The club's asking price remains fixed at £120 million amid a potential transfer to Manchester City. Chelsea aims to prevent any distractions for Fernandez and his teammates as the season nears. If City does not accept the steep price, it appears unlikely that a move will happen before the deadline.

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  • •Chelsea sets 5pm Friday deadline for bids on Enzo Fernandez.
  • •Asking price for Fernandez remains at £120 million.
  • •City is reportedly hesitant to meet the financial demands.
  • •Chelsea seeks to minimize distractions ahead of the new season.
  • •Xabi Alonso has expressed interest in using Fernandez if no transfer occurs.
Latest Updates
  • 10:42 AMYahoo Sports — Enzo Maresca provides update on Manchester City’s pursuit of Enzo Fernandez ahead of Chelsea deadline
  • 9:40 AMYahoo Sports — Enzo Fernandez Day: Chelsea hold firm on £120m fee as Manchester City face decisive deadline
  • 1:05 PMYahoo Sports — Enzo deal almost dead as Man City reach deadline for Chelsea’s “very steep” asking price
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Manchester City remain locked in talks with Enzo Fernandez's camp ahead of Chelsea's deal deadline this evening.The Cityzens have been working on a deal to sign the Argentina international from Chelse...

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Enzo Fernandez’s transfer saga is reaching a climax today, with news that Chelsea have set a deadline for bids for him.If you enjoy Talk Chelsea coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a pref...

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Manchester City have been keen on the Chelsea midfielder but are unlikely to pay a hefty asking price

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