Manchester City prepares for late move for Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 10:04 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Manchester City is poised to make a late move for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez as the summer transfer window nears its close on September 1. In response, Chelsea is reportedly preparing to approach Bournemouth for Alex Scott. The potential transfer for Fernandez could become the highest-profile move in the Premier League this summer. Meanwhile, Aston Villa may offer a £65m package for striker Nicolas Jackson as they assess the future of Ollie Watkins. Other clubs are also active in the market, with Newcastle reportedly launching a £35m bid for Lille winger Matias Fernandez-Pardo.
- •Manchester City preparing to bid for Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea.
- •Chelsea looks to recruit Alex Scott from Bournemouth as a replacement.
- •Aston Villa may offer £65m for striker Nicolas Jackson.
- •Newcastle has made a £35m bid for Matias Fernandez-Pardo.
- •Transfer window closes on September 1.
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